© Leu Numismatik
© Leu Numismatik
Antoninianus - Macrianus Minor MARTI PROPVGNATORI; Antioch
| Silver | 3.85 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Usurpations of Eastern provinces (Roman Imperial usurpations) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Macrianus Minor (260-261) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 260-261 |
| Value | Antoninianus |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.85 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#214493 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars advancing right, holding spear in his right hand and shield in his left; in lower field to right, star.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARTI PROPVGNATORI
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Macrianus Minor, who was a relatively unknown figure in Roman history, yet he managed to issue his own coins during his brief usurpation of power in 260-261 AD. This suggests that he had some level of support and resources to produce these coins, despite his short-lived reign.
