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Æ17 - Elagabalus MAΡKIANOΠOΛITΩN
| Bronze | 4.7 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Marcianopolis (Moesia Inferior) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 218-222 |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.7 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#417871 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Tripod with serpent-entwined central leg
Script: Greek
Lettering: MAΡKIANOΠOΛITΩN
Unabridged legend: Μαρκιανοπολιτῶν
Translation: of the citizens of Markianopolis
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Elagabalus, who was a Roman emperor known for his controversial and unconventional reign. He was known for his extreme religious and sexual behavior, and his coinage often reflected his unorthodox beliefs and practices. This particular coin, issued during his reign from 218-222 AD, features an image of Elagabalus on one side and the goddess Tyche on the other, highlighting the emperor's association with the goddess and his efforts to promote her cult.
