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Æ20 - Elagabalus S C; Antioch
| Copper | 4.40 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Antioch on the Orontes (Syria Coele) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 218-222 |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.40 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 2.3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#104387 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
Large SC surmounted by a distant Δ and Ε, with an eagle below SC, all within a laurel wreath closed at top by a star.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
S C
Δ Ε
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, and his coinage often reflected his unconventional beliefs and practices. The coin's design, which includes an image of Elagabalus and various gods and goddesses, reflects the religious diversity of the time and the emperor's efforts to promote a syncretic form of worship that combined elements of different cultures and religions.
