Aureus - Elagabalus and Aquilia Severa IVL AQVIL SEV AVG
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 218-222 |
| Value | Aureus (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#276871 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bust of Aquilia Severa.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVL AQVIL SEV AVG
Translation:
Iulia Aquilia Severa Augusta.
Empress Julia Aquilia Severa.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus coin featuring Elagabalus and Aquilia Severa is that it was issued during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The reign of Elagabalus (218-222 AD) was marked by controversial policies and excesses, including a massive increase in the minting of coins, which led to inflation and devaluation of the currency. This coin, made of gold, was one of the few coins that maintained its value during this time, as it was used for large transactions and was seen as a symbol of wealth and power.
