★ Rare Bust Type ★

CARACALLA (198-217). Denarius. Rome.

Obv: ANTONINVS AVGVSTVS.
Laureate and cuirassed bust right, wearing breastplate decorated with gorgoneion.
Rev: SEVERI PII AVG FIL.
Caracalla standing left, holding crowning Victory on globe and spear; to left, bound captive seated left.

RIC 45.

Attractive portrait and interesting bust type rarely seen from the front.

Condition: Good very fine.

Weight: 3.62 g.
Diameter: 19 mm.