© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Macrinus IOVI CONSERVATORI; Jupiter
| Silver | 3.1 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Macrinus (Marcus Opellius Macrinus) (217-218) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 217-218 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#275088 |
|---|---|
| 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
Mass varies: 2.79–3.51 g;Diameter varies: 19–21 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 Jupiter, the Roman god of thunder and lightning, on one side, while the other side features the emperor Macrinus, who ruled Rome from 217-218 AD. This coin was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire, as Macrinus had seized power after the assassination of the previous emperor, Caracalla. Despite the political upheaval, the coinage of this period continued to be minted with high-quality craftsmanship and attention to detail, as seen in the intricate designs and inscriptions on this denarius.
