Tarsus Didrachm - Macrinus, 217 – 218
TYXH TAPCOY MHT A M K; Tarsus
Information
Country
Tarsus
Tarsus
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Didrachm
Year
217 – 218
Ruler
Macrinus (Marcus Opellius Macrinus)
(217–218)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
6.79
Diameter (mm)
24
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Didrachm from Tarsus. Issued from 217 to 218. Struck in Silver. Measures 24 mm and weighs 6.79 g.
- Obverse
- Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Macrinus to right.
- Reverse
- Tyche seated left on rocks, holding grain ear and poppy; at feet, half-length figure of river god Kydnos swimming left.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (217-218) | — |
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