Caracalla, 198-217. Dupondius (Orichalcum, 28 mm, 10.36 g, 1 h), Rome, 214. ANTONINVS PIVS AVG GERM Radiate, draped and cuirassed bust of Caracalla to left, seen from behind. Rev. P M TR P XVII IMP III COS IIII P P / S - C Mars standing front, holding Victory in his right hand and placing his left on shield set on ground; at feet to left, bound captive seated left. BMC -. Cohen -. RIC -. Apparently unpublished. Rough surfaces and with cleaning marks, otherwise, very fine.
From the G.G. Collection of Roman Imperial third century middle bronzes.