Caracalla AR Denarius RESTITVTOR VRBIS Roma Shield RIC IV 166 Roman Coin

Description

View Caracalla AR Denarius RESTITVTOR VRBIS Roma Shield RIC IV 166 Roman Coin with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Obverse: Laureate head of Caracalla facing right. Legend appears to readANTONINVS PIVS AVG. Reference: Attributed asRIC IV 166. The coin shows circulation wear, surface roughness, and evidence of a likely old cleaning. Ancient Roman silver denarius of Emperor Caracalla , struck at Rome circa AD 206–210 . Obverse: Laureate head of Caracalla facing right. Legend appears to read ANTONINVS PIVS AVG . Reverse: Roma seated left , holding a small figure of Victory in her extended right hand and a spear in her left, with a shield positioned beside/below the seat. Reverse legend appears to read RESTITVTOR VRBIS (“Restorer of the City”). Reference: Attributed as RIC IV 166 . Diameter: Approximately 19.6 × 18.6 mm Weight: 2.81 grams The coin shows circulation wear, surface roughness, and evidence of a likely old cleaning. There are several visible splits/cracks along the edge and flan, including some extending inward from the rim. Despite these condition issues, the portrait, seated reverse figure, shield, and portions of both legends remain identifiable. Please review all photographs carefully for condition, edge cracks, and attribution. Attribution is based on the visible design, surviving legends, measurements, and weight and is not guaranteed. The item pictured is authentic and is the item you will receive. All shipments are packed carefully and sent with a tracking number.   We will combined multiple items purchased into a single shipment when possible. Thank you and good luck. Payment & Terms If you are bidding on multiple items that we offer, then we encourage you to wait until all the auctions have ended before making any payment.  This can reduce the shipping costs by allowing us to combine all the items into one shipment. Any statement regarding grading and condition are subjective and represent our best opinion.  Please make sure to take a close look at the pictures to judge for yourself. Unless noted otherwise, we do not ship loose coins or bills.  All coins and paper currency are stored in coin flips and/or semi-rigid bill holders. If you are unhappy with the item for any reason, please contact us.  We want to make sure you are satisfied with your purchase. We do not end auctions early.  Thanks for understanding. Any and all required taxes are applied and collected directly by ebay. Condition: Ungraded. Category: Coins & Paper Money › Coins: Ancient › Roman: Imperial (27 BC-476 AD).

Denomination

Denarius

Historical Period

Roman: Imperial (27 BC-476 AD)

Composition

Silver

Year

AD 206–210

Era

Ancient

Size

approx 19.6 × 18.6 mm, and weighs 2.81 grams.

Ruler

Caracalla

Country of Origin

Italy