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Æ27 - Elagabalus YΠ ΝΟΒΙΟY PΟYΦΟY NIKOΠOΛITΩN ΠPOC ICTPON; Consular Legate Novius Rufus
| Bronze | 11.55 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 | 11.55 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 3.75 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#200873 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
City gate with 2 towers.
Script: Greek
Lettering: YΠ ΝΟΒΙΟY ΡΟYΦΟY ΝΙΚΟΠΟΛΙΤΩΝ ΠΡOC ΙCTPON
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 particular coin, minted during his reign from 218-222 AD, features an image of Elagabalus on one side and a representation of the goddess Victory on the other. It was minted in Nicopolis ad Istrum, a city in the Roman province of Moesia Inferior, and is made of bronze, weighing 11.55 grams. Despite its historical significance, the coin is relatively rare and highly sought after by collectors.
