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Æ30 - Elagabalus ϹΕ ΑΒΙΛΗΝωΝ Κ Ϲ Ι Ϲ ΑϹΥ; Abila
| Bronze | 22.83 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Abila (Arabia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 218-219 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 22.83 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#397395 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Front view of temple with six columns with arcuated lintel in pediment, topped by Nike, right, within which lighted altar; on either side, square tower, each having a door and three windows.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ϹΕ ΑΒΙΛΗΝωΝ Κ Ϲ Ι Ϲ ΑϹΥ (or ΙΕ ΑϹ [...?] ϹΥ) ΒΠϹ
Interesting fact
The coin , the Æ30 - Elagabalus (ϹΕ ΑΒΙΛΗΝωΝ Κ Ϲ Ι Ϲ ΑϹΥ; Abila) (218-219) from Abila (Arabia) made of Bronze weighing 22.83 g, is a rare example of a coin that was issued by the Roman Empire during the reign of Elagabalus, who was the emperor from 218 to 222 AD. This coin is significant because it features an image of Elagabalus on one side and an image of the goddess Athena on the other, which was a common motif on coins issued during his reign. Additionally, the coin's inscription includes the name of the city of Abila, which was an important center of trade and commerce in the ancient world.