Obverse: Laureate head of Emperor Caracalla wearing wreath
Reverse: Aequitas - holding scales in left hand (symbolizing 'Fair dealing') and a cornucopia (prosperity) in right, with inscription "Moneta"
Lucius Septimius Bassianus (aka: Caracalla) was born in Lugdunum in C.E. 188 (AD), while his father was serving as governor of Gaul. Lucius Septimius Bassianus.
His father, Septimius Severus, seized the throne and defended it against all rival claimants during the civil wars of C.E. 193-197. Bassianus was named Caesar in 195 and was further elevated to co-Augustus with his father three years later, when he was only 10.
His name was changed to Marcus Aurelius Antoninus in honor of the revered Antonine dynasty, but the boy was said to prefer barbarian manners and fashions, and he soon earned a nickname after a type of hooded Germanic cloak he liked to wear - Caracalla (or, in modern terms, "hoodie").
Argentum (AR) Silver / 14k Gold
3mm Natural Black Diamond
19mm (about size of US dime)
NGC Cert: 8567880-012 (CH XF)
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Chain not included
Artist-designed and created by Cynthia L. Green. This piece is entirely one of a kind with collections crafted in small batches. Designed to be worn, collected, and passed down for generations.
