Denarius - Macrinus SALVS PVBLICA; Salus
Silver | - | - |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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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 |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#275109 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, seated left on low seat, feeding out of patera in right hand snake coiled round altar and holding sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALVS PVBLICA
Translation:
Salus Publica.
Public health.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Macrinus (SALVS PVBLICA; Salus) coin from Rome, issued during the reign of Macrinus (217-218 AD), features the goddess Salus (Salvation) on the reverse, symbolizing the Roman Empire's commitment to protecting and preserving the welfare of its citizens.