Exceptional Portrait - Caracalla Denarius 144b

Caracalla (198–217). Rome. AR Denarius

AD 201-206

Struck early in the reign of Caracalla, this silver denarius belongs to the formative years of his rule, when official coinage emphasized military success and dynastic legitimacy under the Severan house. The reverse type of Victory advancing underscores imperial claims of triumph and stability at a moment when Caracalla was being presented as a capable successor within the imperial hierarchy.

Obverse:

Laureate and draped bust of Caracalla right.

Reverse:

Victory advancing left, holding wreath and palm frond.

Specifications:

Silver; 3.28 g; 19 mm.

References:

RIC IV 144b; RSC 658.

Condition:

Good VF.