© Bertolami Fine Arts
© Bertolami Fine Arts
Æ27 - Elagabalus YΠ NOBIOY ΡOYΦOY NIKOΠOΛITΩN ΠΡOC ICTΡON; Consular Legate Novius Rufus
| Bronze | 11.6 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Nicopolis ad Istrum (Moesia Inferior) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 218-222 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.6 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#299021 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Eagle standing right, head left, holding wreath in beak.
Script: Greek
Lettering: YΠ NOBIOY ΡOYΦOY NIKOΠOΛITΩN ΠΡOC ICTΡON
Translation: "(Consular Legate) Novius Rufus, Nicopolis ad Istrum"
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Elagabalus, who was a Roman emperor known for his controversial and unconventional reign. He was known for his extreme religious and sexual behavior, and his coinage often reflected his unorthodox beliefs and practices. This coin, in particular, features an image of Elagabalus wearing a priestly crown and holding a scepter, highlighting his role as a religious leader.
