© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Macrinus SECVRITAS TEMPORVM S C; Securitas
| Bronze | 10.5 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Macrinus (Marcus Opellius Macrinus) (217-218) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 217-218 |
| Value | As (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.5 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#275231 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Securitas, draped, standing left, legs crossed, holding sceptre in right hand and resting left elbow on column.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SECVRITAS TEMPORVM S C
Translation:
Securitas Temporum. Senatus Consultum.
Time of security. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 8.88–13.696 g;Diameter varies: 25–26.07 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 the Roman goddess Securitas (Security) on the reverse, which was a common motif on coins during the reign of Macrinus, who was known for his efforts to maintain peace and stability within the empire.
