Carrhae Assarion - Septimus Severus and Caracalla, 193 – 211
Information
Country
Carrhae
Carrhae
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Assarion
Year
193 – 211
Rulers
Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla)
(198–217)
, Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus)
(193–211)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
6
Diameter (mm)
21
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Assarion from Carrhae. Issued from 193 to 211. Struck in Bronze. Measures 21 mm and weighs 6 g.
- Obverse
- Laureate head of Emperor Septimius Severus facing right. Draped and cuirassed bust of Emperor Caracalla, facing left.
- Reverse
- Draped bust of Julia Domna facing right. Crescent pointing up on pellet to the right.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (193-211) | — |
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