Roman Empire AR Tetradrachm Macrinus (217-218 AD) Ch F NGC
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Emperor Macrinus ruled for about a year in Antioch after being declared Emperor by the Roman Senate. His monetary reforms would anger the Roman Legions which reduced recruit pay severely and would contribute to his assassination.
Coin Highlights:- Struck at Emesa, Syria during the brief reign of Emperor Macrinus (AD 217–218).
- AR (silver) Tetradrachm, combining imperial Roman design with Eastern provincial style.
- Certified by NGC as Choice Fine, with clear detail and attractive ancient patina.
- Obverse: Laureate and draped bust of Macrinus right with Greek legend denoting imperial titles.
- Reverse: Eagle standing facing with wreath in beak, wings spread—a symbol of imperial power and divine sanction.
- Struck at the Emesa Mint, known for distinctive engraving and bold portraiture within the Syrian provincial series.
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Emporor Macrinus
Macrinus, the first emperor to rise from the equestrian class, ruled for only a year before his overthrow by Elagabalus. His coinage, particularly from Syrian mints such as Emesa, reflects the blend of Roman authority and Eastern craftsmanship that defined the provincial Tetradrachm tradition.This NGC-certified Choice Fine example offers a bold, expressive portrait and well-centered strike. A scarce issue from a short-lived reign and a striking representation of Rome’s Eastern mints—add this historic silver Tetradrachm of Macrinus to
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