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THRACE, Perinthus. Caracalla. AD 198-217. Æ Medallion (39mm, 33.79 g, 12h). Struck circa AD 215/6. Laureate and cuirassed bust right, gorgoneion on breastplate, holding spear over shoulder / Nonostyle and octastyle temples, each set on three-tiered base, seen in perspective; above, pair of agonistic crowns. Schönert-Geiss, Perinthos 601; Mouchmov 4541; Varbanov 278. Good Fine, dark green patina with encrustations and deposits, large chip on reverse.
Perinthus apparently put on a grand display for Caracalla as the emperor made his way eastward to confront the Persians. The city staged a dual festival, hosting both Actian and Pythian Games for the visitors, and in recognition of the honor, Caracalla bestowed upon the city the neocorate. Medallions were struck to celebrate the emperor's visit, many of which share the same obverse die.
Perinthus apparently put on a grand display for Caracalla as the emperor made his way eastward to confront the Persians. The city staged a dual festival, hosting both Actian and Pythian Games for the visitors, and in recognition of the honor, Caracalla bestowed upon the city the neocorate. Medallions were struck to celebrate the emperor's visit, many of which share the same obverse die.