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© Aquistapace
Æ23 - Elagabalus ΜΗΤΡΟΠΟΛEΙΤΩΝ; Metropolis, Ionia
| Bronze | 6.5 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Metropolis (Conventus of Apamea) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 218-222 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.5 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#301590 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Ares standing facing, looking left or right, holding spear and resting hand on shield.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΜΗΤΡΟΠΟΛEΙΤΩΝ
Translation: "Metropolis".
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 eccentric and controversial behavior, including his attempts to introduce Eastern religious practices to Rome and his scandalous relationships with men and women. Despite his short reign, Elagabalus' coinage is relatively rare and highly sought after by collectors.