Macrinus (AD 217-218). AR denarius (20mm, 3.43 gm, 12h). NGC Choice AU 5/5 - 4/5, Fine Style. Rome, AD 217. IMP C M OPEL SEV MACRINVS AVG, laureate, cuirassed bust of Macrinus right, with older features and longer beard, seen from front / PONTIF MAX TR P COS P P, Annona enthroned left, two grain ears in right hand outstretched over filled modius at feet, cornucopia cradled in left arm. RIC IV.II 19. Absolutely deserving of the Fine Style designation, the devices are razor-sharp with the subtlest of artistic detailing still on full display. Ex Morris Collection (Heritage Auctions, Auction 271920, 26 May 2019), lot 40299. HID09801242017 © 2023 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Price realized | 250 USD |
Starting price | 1 USD |