Antoninianus - Macrinus IOVI CONSERVATORI; Jupiter
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Macrinus (Marcus Opellius Macrinus) (217-218) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 217-218 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#275090 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter, nude except cloak over left arm, standing left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and sceptre in left hand; before him, a small figure of Macrinus.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IOVI CONSERVATORI
Translation: To Jupiter the Protector.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Macrinus and Jupiter on its obverse and reverse sides, respectively, was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Macrinus, who was the Roman Emperor from 217 to 218 AD, came to power after the assassination of his predecessor, Caracalla. However, his reign was short-lived, as he was killed in a battle against the Parthian Empire just a year later. Despite this, his coinage remains an important part of Roman numismatic history, offering a glimpse into the political and economic climate of the time.
