Nicopolis ad Istrum Æ27 - Caracalla, 198 – 217
VΠ M AVP ΓAΛΛOV NIKOΠOΛITΩ / ΠPOC ICTP; Legate Aurelius Gallus
Information
Country
Nicopolis ad Istrum
Nicopolis ad Istrum
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Æ27 - Caracalla
Year
198 – 217
Ruler
Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla)
(198–217)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
13
Diameter (mm)
27
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Æ27 - Caracalla from Nicopolis ad Istrum. Issued from 198 to 217. Struck in Bronze. Measures 27 mm and weighs 13 g.
- Obverse
- Head of Caracalla right, laureate. (The emperor caesar Marcus Aurelius Antoninus)
- Reverse
- Caracalla on a rearing horse to right, preparing to spear a fallen enemy on ground at right. (The legate Marcus Aurelius Gallus of Nicopolis ad Istrum)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (198-217) | — |
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