Sestertius - Macrinus VICT PART P M TR P II COS II P P S C; Victory
218 year| Bronze | 24.2 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Macrinus (Marcus Opellius Macrinus) (217-218) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 218 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 24.2 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#275178 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, seated right no cuirass, about to inscribe shield which rests on her left knee; behind her, shield and arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICT PART P M TR P II COS II P P S C
Translation:
Victoria Parthica. Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Secunda, Consul Secundum, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
Victory over Parthia. High priest, holder of tribunician power for the second time, consul for the second time, father of the nation. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Victory (Victoria) on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins, particularly during the reign of Macrinus. The image of Victory symbolized the Roman Empire's military prowess and dominance.