Caracalla. Dupondius

Caracalla; 198-217 AD, Rome, early 211 AD, Dupondius, 15.18g. Cf. BM-266A (without BRIT in obv. legend). Obv: ANTONINVS - PIVS AVG BRIT Bust radiate r., with fold of cloak on front shoulder. Rx: VICT BRIT TR P XIIII COS III around, S - C across lower field, Victory standing r., placing l. foot on [helmet], and about to inscribe shield attached to palm tree. Ex Curtis L. Clay Collection; ex Savoca E11, 18 Dec. 2016, lot 627. Apparently unpublished with BRIT added to obverse legend.This coin has exquisite surfaces and dark green patination. Magnificent portrait and a wonderful example of a Middle Bronze. Virtually MS