Roman provinces Octassarion - Macrinus, 217 – 218
AΠAMЄΩ N NΩЄ; Ark; Apameia
Information
Country
Roman provinces
Roman provinces
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Octassarion
Year
217 – 218
Ruler
Macrinus (Marcus Opellius Macrinus)
(217–218)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
21.68
Diameter (mm)
35
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Octassarion from Roman provinces. Issued from 217 to 218. Struck in Bronze. Measures 35 mm and weighs 21.68 g.
- Obverse
- Bust of Macrinus right, laureate, draped, cuirassed. (The emperor caesar Marcus Opellius Severus Macrinus august)
- Reverse
- Half-length figures left of Noah and his wife within open-lidded square chest inscribed with his name, set on waves; above on right, raven to left perched on open lid; on left, Noah and his wife standing left upon dry land, raising hands in prayer; above them, dove flying right and holding olive branch. (of Apameia Noe)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (217-218) | — |
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