Description

Roman Empire.

Caracalla  A.D. 198-217.

AR denarius, Caracalla as Caesar. A.D. 198.

Rome mint.

Obverse: Caracalla bare-headed, draped and cuirassed bust right.

Legend: M AVR ANTON-CAES PONTIF.

Reverse: Minerva, helmeted, draped, wearing aegis on breast, standing left, resting right hand on shield set on ground and holding spear in left hand.

Reverse legend: SECVRITAS PERPETVA

Reference: RIC IV.I#2

Silver: 3.57g, 15-16mm.

Grade: Fine