© ALAMIR
© ALAMIR
Æ18 - Elagabalus LADI CEON
| Bronze | 5 g | 18.0 mm |
| Issuer | Laodicea ad Mare (Syria Coele) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 218-222 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 18.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#152213 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Within distyle shrine, bust of the Tyche of Laodicea right, turreted.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LADI CEON
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Elagabalus, who was a Roman emperor who ruled from 218 to 222 AD. He was known for his controversial religious and social reforms, including introducing Eastern religious practices to Rome and allowing women to participate in civic life. The coin's design may have been meant to promote his image and policies to the people of Laodicea ad Mare, a city in modern-day Syria.
