© Leu Numismatik
© Leu Numismatik
Pentassarion - Macrinus and Diadumenian YΠ ΠONTIANOY MAPKIANOΠOΛEITΩN; Marcianopolis
| Bronze | 12.52 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Marcianopolis (Moesia Inferior) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Diadumenian (Marcus Opellius Antoninus Diadumenianus) (217-218) Macrinus (Marcus Opellius Macrinus) (217-218) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 217-218 |
| Value | Pentassaria (5⁄16) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.52 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#401652 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Apollo (or Bonus Eventus) standing front, head to left, holding branch in his left hand and sacrificing from patera over altar with his right; in field to right, E.
Script: Greek
Lettering: YΠ ΠONTIANOY MAPKIANOΠOΛEITΩN
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the first known use of the title "Pontianus" for the Roman Emperor Macrinus, who ruled from 217 to 218 AD. This title was used to emphasize Macrinus' role as the bridge-builder between the Roman Empire and the provinces, and it can be seen on the coin's inscription, "YΠ ΠONTIANOY MAPKIANOΠOΛEITΩN," which translates to "of the Pontian Maximus." This coin is a rare and valuable example of early Roman imperial coinage and provides insight into the political and cultural developments of the time.
