Istrus, Caracalla, Tetrassarion AE, 198-217 AD – Apollo – RRRR

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Roman Provincial, Istrus, Caracalla, Tetrassarion AE (bronze, 9.4g, 26mm), 198-217 AD
Obv: [AVT K] M AVP CEVH-POC AN[TĪ©NIN]; laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Caracalla to right, seen from behind
Rev: [Ī™CTPIH]NĪ©N; Apollo standing facing, head to left, holding plektron in his right hand and lyre set on column with his left
Ref:Ā  Varbanov 633 (var.); Probably unlisted subtype Rarity/Choice: Very Rare, VF aVF (somewhat rough surface, hairline flan cracks and area of weakness otherwise, nice brown patina)
Note: Caracalla was a Roman emperor who ruled from AD 198 to 217. His reign was part of the Severan dynasty, known for its military campaigns and administrative reforms across the Roman Empire, including Moesia Inferior. Caracalla’s reign in Moesia Inferior was marked by efforts to consolidate Roman authority and integrate local cultures into the broader empire. His military campaigns aimed at securing the northern borders and maintaining stability in the region were crucial for the province’s prosperity. The Tetrassarion of Caracalla reflects the emperor’s efforts to maintain control and foster economic activity in Moesia Inferior. The depiction of Apollo on the reverse highlights the province’s cultural vibrancy and the influence of Greek artistic traditions under Roman rule. Apollo, associated with music, poetry, and the arts, is a symbol of cultural refinement and patronage.

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