Dupondius - Macrinus SECVRITAS TEMPORVM S C; Securitas
| 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#275233 |
|---|---|
| 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 S C
Translation:
Securitas Temporum. Senatus Consultum.
Time of security. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius - Macrinus coin was minted 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 S C" means "Security of the Times" in Latin, highlighting the importance of security and stability during Macrinus' reign.