Dupondius - Macrinus PROVIDENTIA DEORVM S C; Providentia
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Macrinus (Marcus Opellius Macrinus) (217-218) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 217-218 |
| Value | Dupondius (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#275220 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding wand over globe in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVIDENTIA DEORVM S C
Translation:
Providentia Deorum. Senatus Consultum.
Providence of the gods. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Macrinus and the inscription "PROVIDENTIA DEORVM S C" is interesting because it was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Macrinus, who was a Praetorian prefect, seized power after the assassination of Emperor Caracalla in 217 AD. He became the first Roman Emperor who did not belong to the imperial family, but his reign was short-lived as he was overthrown and executed in 218 AD by the Praetorian Guard. Despite this political instability, the coinage issued during Macrinus' reign, like the Dupondius, continued to feature the traditional Roman deities and motifs, showcasing the resilience and continuity of Roman culture even in times of upheaval.
