© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Julia Paula and Elagabalus CONCORDIA AETERNA S C; Concordia
| Bronze | 10.4 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 219-220 |
| Value | As (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.4 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#277078 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Elagabalus, togate, and Julia Paula, draped, standing right and left, facing each other, clasping right hands; between them, Concorida, draped, standing front.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA AETERNA S C
Translation:
Concordia Aeterna. Senatus Consultum.
Eternal harmony. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.59–12.8 g;Diameter varies: 23.5–25 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Concordia, the Roman goddess of harmony and unity, on its reverse side. This suggests that the coin was minted during a time of relative peace and stability in the Roman Empire, which is a notable historical fact. Additionally, the coin's bronze composition and relatively small weight of 10.4 grams also speak to the economic and monetary policies of the Roman Empire during this period.
