Sestertius - Caracalla VIRTVS AVGVSTOR S C; Virtus
| Bronze | 23 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 202-210 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 23 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#273797 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Virtus, helmeted, seated left, holding Victory in extended right hand and parazonium in left hand, leaning left elbow on shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS AVGVSTOR S C
Translation:
Virtus Augustorum. Senatus Consultum.
Courage of the emperors (Augusti). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Caracalla, who was known for his military conquests and his attempts to increase the power of the Roman state. Despite his controversial reign, Caracalla's coinage remains a popular among collectors and historians today.