Isaura Æ26–27 - Caracalla, 205 – 209
Information
Country
Isaura
Isaura
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Æ26–27 - Caracalla
Year
205 – 209
Ruler
Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla)
(198–217)
Composition
(copper alloy)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
8.5
Diameter (mm)
27
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Æ26–27 - Caracalla from Isaura. Issued from 205 to 209. Struck in (copper alloy). Measures 27 mm and weighs 8.5 g.
- Obverse
- Laureate and cuirassed bust of youthful Emperor Caracalla facing right, seen from front. Breastplate decorated with gorgoneion (apotropaic amulet). (Supreme commander / imperator (Autocrator), Caesar, Marcus Aurelius Antoninus.)
- Reverse
- Laureate, draped bust of bearded male (God Zeus or Emperor Severus) facing right, set on column with Corinthian capital. Tetrastyle temple with arched pediment behind. (Metropolis of Isaura)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (205-209) | — |
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