This provincial bronze was struck in Antioch during the reign of Caracalla, one of the most infamous rulers of the Severan dynasty. The obverse shows the youthful emperor, laureate and already severe in bearing. On the reverse, a bold “SC” (senatus consulto) appears above an eagle, framed within a wreath — an uncommon type that draws from imperial bronzes while asserting local authority.
Now set in a custom sterling silver bezel, the coin carries the weight of Caracalla’s turbulent reign, transformed into a striking pendant that embodies both history and power.
The History
Caracalla ruled Rome from AD 198–217, remembered for his ruthless nature, fascination with Alexander the Great, and infamous acts of brutality — including the murder of his brother Geta. He extended citizenship across the empire with the Constitutio Antoniniana, a move that reshaped Roman society while expanding the tax base.
The eagle reverse reflected Antioch’s prestige as a provincial capital, while the prominent “SC” echoed Rome’s Senate-issued bronzes, blending imperial imagery with local minting traditions. To wear this coin is to carry a fragment of one of Rome’s darkest yet most compelling figures.
Coin Details
Origin: Seleucis & Pieria, Antioch
Date: c. AD 198–217
Type: Provincial bronze
Obverse: Laureate bust of Caracalla right
Reverse: “SC” above eagle, within wreath
What's Included
Authentic provincial bronze of Caracalla, guaranteed genuine
Custom sterling silver bezel setting
Sterling silver chain included (16", 18", 20", or 24")
Certificate of authenticity with historical notes
Luxury presentation box
Polishing cloth
Free insured U.S. shipping (international available)
7-day return and exchange policy
The Peregrine Collection
The Peregrine Collection represents the finest of our offerings—rare or historically significant coins, each set in a fully hand-forged 18k gold bezel and paired with a dainty 14k gold chain. Every bezel is shaped, hammered, and polished entirely by hand to follow the natural contours of the ancient coin, ensuring both secure preservation and refined presentation. No two settings are ever alike, making each pendant a singular work of wearable history.
Caracalla in Antioch Provincial
Sterling Silver
$675.00
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