By place Roman Empire • A
coin, the
Antoninianus, is introduced. The weight of this coin is a mere 1/50 of a pound. Copper disappears gradually, and by the middle of the third century, with Rome's
economy in crisis, the Antonianus will be the only official currency.
Egypt •
Caracalla's troops massacre the population of
Alexandria, Egypt, beginning with the leading citizens after the
Alexandrian Revolts. The emperor was angry about a
satire, produced in Alexandria, mocking his claim that he killed
Geta in self-defense.
China •
Zhang Liao holds off
Sun Quan's invasion force at the
Battle of Xiaoyao Ford in
Hefei, China.
Caucasus • Vachagan I becomes king of
Caucasian Albania. == Births ==