Dupondius - Macrinus VOTA PVBL P M TR P S C; Salus
217 year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Macrinus (Marcus Opellius Macrinus) (217-218) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 217 |
| 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#275139 |
|---|---|
| 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: VOTA PVBL P M TR P S C
Translation:
Vota Publica. Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Senatus Consultum.
The vows (prayers) of the public. High priest, holder of tribunician power, Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Macrinus (VOTA PVBL P M TR P S C; Salus) from Rome, Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) made of Bronze is interesting because it was issued during the reign of Macrinus, who was the first Roman Emperor not to be born in Italy. He was born in Mauretania (present-day Morocco) and rose to power through the ranks of the Roman military. This coin was minted in 217 AD, during his reign, and features an image of Salus, the goddess of safety and well-being, on the reverse side. This coin is a representation of the diverse cultural influences that shaped the Roman Empire during its expansion.