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Æ23 - Elagabalus
| Bronze | 4.02 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Botrys (Syria Phoenice) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 218-219 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.02 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#429346 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Astarte standing facing, holding standard, within octastyle temple with central arch and steps.
Script: Greek
Lettering: BOT-PY-H-NΩN
Interesting fact
The coin , the Æ23 Elagabalus (218-219) from Botrys (Syria Phoenice), is notable for its rare and unique design. It features an image of the Roman Emperor Elagabalus, who was known for his unconventional and controversial reign, on the obverse (front side), and a depiction of the goddess Astarte, who was worshipped in the ancient Near East, on the reverse (back side). This combination of Roman and Eastern imagery is unusual and reflects the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during the Roman Empire.