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© Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG
Æ23 - Elagabalus ΜΗΤΡΟΠΟΛΕΙΤΩΝ ΕΝ ΙΩΝΙΑ
| Bronze | 5.92 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Metropolis (Ionia) (Conventus of Ephesus) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 218-222 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.92 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#424163 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Ares standing facing, head left, holding spear and resting hand on shield.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΜΗΤΡΟΠΟΛΕΙΤΩΝ ΕΝ ΙΩΝΙΑ
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 certain religious rituals. The coin's design may have been meant to promote his image and reinforce his authority as emperor.