Lot 312: Caracalla, Thrace, Augusta Traiana Æ30 / City gate with three towers

Date: 196-217 AD

Obverse: AVΓ M AVP CEVH ANTΩNINOC, Laureate bust of Caracalla right
Reverse: AVΓOVCTAC TPAIANHC, City gate flanked by two towers, a third tower rising up behind. The doors are closed and they have a square frame.

Attribution: Varbanov 1242 var.

Grade: Very Fine

Weight: 17.86 grs.

Measure: 29.98 mm.

Notes:
This coin and the Septimius and Plautilla coins are examples of family members sharing the same coin design. Ex Ray Wilk architectural collection. Ray"s entire collection can be viewed at his wonderful WEBSITE

• Offered By: VAuctions
• Lot #: 312
• Listing #: 208714
• Closed: Thursday, November 8, 2012 5:35:30 PM CT
• Estimate: $250