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Tetradrachm - Macrinus ΔHMAΡΞ EX YΠATOC ΠΠ
| Silver | 11.84 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Emesa (Syria Phoenice) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Macrinus (Marcus Opellius Macrinus) (217-218) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 217-218 |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.84 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#409586 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Eagle standing facing, head and tail left, with wings spread, holding wreath in beak; between legs, radiate, draped, and cuirassed bust of Shamash left; H beneath eagle’s head.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΔHMAΡΞ EX YΠATOC ΠΠ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Macrinus, who ruled from 217-218 AD, on one side, and a representation of the goddess Tyche on the other. Tyche was the patron deity of the city of Emesa, where the coin was minted, and her image on the coin highlights the cultural and religious significance of the city in the Roman Empire.