© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Macrinus PONTIF MAX TR P II COS II PP S C
218 year| Bronze | 10.9 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Macrinus (Marcus Opellius Macrinus) (217-218) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 218 |
| Value | As (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.9 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#275176 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Macrinus, in quadriga, holding sceptre in right hand and branch in left hand, left; crowned by victory who stands behind him.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PONTIF MAX TR P II COS II PP S C
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Secunda, Consul Secundum, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the second time, consul for the second time, father of the nation. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 9.35–12.548 g;Diameter varies: 25–26.5 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Macrinus, who was a Roman emperor who ruled from 217 to 218 AD, on one side, and an image of the goddess Roma on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire, as Macrinus had seized power after the assassination of his predecessor, Caracalla, and was facing challenges from various factions within the empire. Despite these challenges, Macrinus was able to maintain stability and issue coins like this one, which showcase the artistic and cultural achievements of the Roman Empire during this period.
