Denarius - Elagabalus and Caracalla DIVI ANTONININI PII FIL
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 218-222 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#276808 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bust of Caracalla (?), radiate, cuirassed, right, raising right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DIVI ANTONININI PII FIL
Translation:
Divi Antonini Pii Filius.
Antoninus Pius, son of the divine.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the portraits of two Roman emperors, Elagabalus and Caracalla, on opposite sides. This is a unique design element for a coin of that time period and signifies the importance of both emperors during their joint reign from 218 to 222 AD.