304, Lot: 269. Estimate $100. Sold for $90. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

CILICIA, Tarsus. Caracalla. AD 198-217. Æ (33mm, 21.63 g, 12h). Bust right, wearing crown and garments of the demiourgos / Caracalla standing in facing quadriga, holding Nike and sword. SNG France 1529 (same dies); SNG Levante 1062 (same dies). Fine, reddish-brown and black patina, rough surfaces.

From the Kelly J. Krizan, M.D. Collection.

Caracalla wears both the crown and the chiton of the demiourgos, the official who oversaw the operation of regional festivals and games.