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Assarion - Elagabalus Markianopolis
| Bronze | 3.15 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Marcianopolis (Moesia Inferior) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 218-222 |
| Value | Assaria (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.15 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Thickness | 2.63 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#76220 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Lion walking right
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΜΑΡΚΙΑΝΟΠΟΛΙΤΩΝ
Edge
Plain
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 a priest of the Roman goddess Cybele and introduced Eastern religious practices to Rome, which was seen as unusual and even scandalous at the time. Despite his unpopularity, his coinage remains a valuable piece of history for collectors and historians.
