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Assarion - Elagabalus ΦIΛIΠΠOΠOΛEITΩN NEΩKOΡΩN
| Bronze | 3.90 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Philippopolis (Thracia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 218-222 |
| Value | Assarion |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.90 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2.4 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#73943 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Hygiene (Salus) draped, standing right, holding a phiale with her right hand and feeding a snake with her left hand
Lettering: ΦIΛIΠΠOΠOΛEITΩN NEΩKOΡΩN
Translation:
Philippopoleiton Neokoron:
"of Philippopolis, Temple Keeper".
Edge
Rough
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Elagabalus, who was known for his controversial and unconventional reign. He was known for his extreme religious and sexual behavior, and was eventually assassinated by his own guards. Despite his tumultuous reign, his coinage remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today.
