Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caesar Collection

View of the Terme di Caracalla in Rome, 1845. Creator: Thorald Lessoe
View of the Terme di Caracalla in Rome, 1845

Baths of Caracalla - Rome, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Baths of Caracalla - Rome, 1850. The Baths of Caracalla...are situated at the other or eastern side of the gate of St. Paul, between the Aventine and Celian hills, in the direction of the Gate of St

Aureus (Coin) Portraying Emperor Caracalla, 216, issued by Caracalla. Creator: Unknown
Aureus (Coin) Portraying Emperor Caracalla, 216, issued by Caracalla. Reverse: Serapis wearing a polos on his head, raising his right hand and holding a sceptre. Minted in Rome

View of ruins, possibly the Baths of Caracalla, from the series The Small book of Roman ruins and buildings (Operum antiquorum romanorum), 1561

The Baths of Caracalla, Rome, Italy, 1927. Artist: Eugen Poppel
The Baths of Caracalla, Rome, Italy, 1927. The Baths of Caracalla were large public baths built between 212 and 216 during the reign of the Emperor Caracalla

Roma - Remains of the Baths of Caracalla on the Appian Way, 1910. The Baths of Caracalla in Rome, Italy, were the second largest Roman public baths, or thermae

Ancient marble bust of Emperor Caracalla, 212-217. A marble bust of emperor Caracalla found during the construction of the Via dei Fori Imperiali, now in the collections of the Capitoline Museums

Baths of Caracalla, 3rd century
The baths of Caracalla in Rome, 3rd century

Bust of Caracalla, 2nd century
Bust of the Roman emperor Caracalla (188-217), from Gabies in Tunisia, from the Louvres collection, 2nd century

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"Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caesar: The Emperor Caracalla and his Legacy" Step back in time to the 3rd century, where the grandeur of the Baths of Caracalla stood as a testament to the power and opulence of Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caesar. This remarkable ruler, depicted on ancient coins such as the Aureus, Denarius, Sestertius, and more, left an indelible mark on history. Caracalla's reign was marked by both military conquests and architectural achievements. As you gaze upon a coin portraying him from 198-217 CE or an aureus from January-April 204 CE, you can almost feel his presence. These coins were crafted by unknown artists who captured his likeness with astonishing detail. The ruins that remain today offer glimpses into Caracalla's world. Perhaps it is a view of the Baths themselves or a depiction created by Eugen Poppel in 1927 or even an image from Roma in 1910 showing their remains on the Appian Way. These structures once echoed with laughter and conversation but now stand as silent witnesses to a glorious past. To truly understand Caracalla's influence, one must explore beyond physical remnants. An ancient marble bust dating back to 212-217 CE reveals his stern countenance while another bust from the 2nd century showcases his youthful features. Both sculptures capture different facets of this enigmatic emperor. Caracalla's legacy lives on through these artifacts and historical sites. His name will forever be associated with power, ambition, and imperial extravagance. So take a journey through time and immerse yourself in the captivating story - Emperor Caracalla - whose impact continues to fascinate us centuries later.