© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Macrinus IOVI CONSERVATORI S C; Jupiter
| Bronze | 24.9 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Macrinus (Marcus Opellius Macrinus) (217-218) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 217-218 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 24.9 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#275211 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter, nude with cloak over both arms, standing left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and sceptre in left hand; on left, small figure of Macrinus, standing.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IOVI CONSERVATORI S C
Translation:
Iovi Conservatori. Senatus Consultum.
To Jupiter the Protector. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 21.57–29.86 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Jupiter, who was considered the supreme god in Roman mythology, on one side, and an image of Macrinus, the Roman emperor who ruled from 217-218 AD, on the other side. This coin was minted during a time of significant political and social change in the Roman Empire, and its imagery reflects the cultural and religious beliefs of the time.
