Æ20 - Elagabalus S C; Antioch
| Bronze | 4.08 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 | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.08 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#300994 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Large SC, star and Δ-Epsilon above, eagle below, all within wreath.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΔE
S•C
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 public life. The coin's design may have been meant to promote his image and policies to the people of Antioch, which was an important city in the Roman Empire at the time.
