© H. D. Rauch
© H. D. Rauch
Æ22 - Elagabalus EΦECIΩN Δ NEΩKOPΩN; Galley; Ephesus
| Bronze | 4.34 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Ephesus (Conventus of Ephesus) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 218-222 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.34 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#227673 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Galley sailing, right, with aplustre on stern, standard on prow, with or without helmsman and four to seven rowers
Script: Greek
Lettering: EΦECIΩN Δ NEΩKOPΩN
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of a galley, which was a type of ship used by the Roman Empire for naval warfare and transportation. The inclusion of a galley on the coin may indicate the importance of naval power and trade in the Roman Empire during the reign of Elagabalus.