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Æ28 - Elagabalus ΔΙΟΚΛΕΑΝΩΝ ΜΟΞΕΑΝΩΝ
| Bronze | 5.91 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Diocleia (Conventus of Apamea) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 218-222 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.91 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#410366 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Apollo standing facing, head right, placing hand over lyre placed on pillar, to right, and resting on tripod, to left.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΔΙΟΚΛΕΑΝΩΝ ΜΟΞΕΑΝΩΝ
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, issued during his reign from 218-222 AD, features an image of Elagabalus on one side and the goddess Tyche on the other, highlighting his association with the goddess and his efforts to promote her cult.