© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Æ21 - Macrinus and Diadumenian as Caesar
| Bronze | 5.5 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Antioch on the Orontes (Syria Coele) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Macrinus (Marcus Opellius Macrinus) (217-218) Diadumenian (Marcus Opellius Antoninus Diadumenianus) (217-218) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 217-218 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.5 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#374826 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Bare-headed and cuirassed bust of Caesar Diadumenian facing right.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
KAI M O ΔIA ANTΩNINOC C
S C
Comment
(fr)Diadumérien = Diaduménien
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the first Roman emperor to be assassinated, Macrinus, who ruled for only 14 months before being overthrown and killed by his own soldiers.
