Caracalla, 198-217, Denarius

Caracalla, Denarius, AR, 198-217, Minted in Rome. Weight: 3.52g, Diameter: 19mm. The obverse features the laureate head of Caracalla facing right, inscribed with "ANTONINVS PIVS AVG GERM." The reverse depicts the deity Sol standing, holding a whip and globe, encircled by the legend "P M TR P XVIII COS IIII P P." The strike is sharp, with clear and distinct legends and details. This coin corresponds to RIC IV Caracalla 251, reflecting common characteristics of denarii from this period. Estimate: 30-40€. Caracalla, known for his role in the Constitutio Antoniniana, which extended Roman citizenship to all free inhabitants of the empire, reigned during a time of significant military campaigns and internal instability. His issues of denarii, like this example, often emphasize his perceived divine favor and military success. This particular coin, highlighting his titles and consular year, reflects the propagandistic nature of Roman Imperial coinage during the early 3rd century CE.