Denarius - Macrinus SECVRITAS TEMPORVM; Securitas
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#275116 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Securitas, draped, seated left, holding sceptre in right hand and supporting her head with left hand; before her, lighted altar.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SECVRITAS TEMPORVM
Translation:
Securitas Temporum.
Time of security.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Macrinus coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Macrinus, who was the first Roman Emperor to be born in the Roman Empire, rather than in Italy. This coin was minted in Rome in 217-218 AD and features an image of Macrinus on one side and the goddess Securitas on the other. The inscription "SECVRITAS TEMPORVM" means "Security of the Times" in Latin, highlighting Macrinus' efforts to maintain peace and stability throughout the empire. Despite being made of silver, this coin was not as valuable as some of the other coins issued during this time period, as the silver content was often diluted with other metals to increase the mintage.
