Denarius - Elagabalus CONS II P P; Roma and Victory
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 218-219 |
| 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#276812 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, draped, seated left, holding Victory in extended right hand and spear in left hand; by her side, shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONS II P P
Translation:
Consul Secundum, Pater Patriae.
Consul for the second time, father of the nation.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Victory on the reverse side, which was a common motif in Roman coinage, but was particularly significant during the reign of Elagabalus, who was known for his religious reforms and his efforts to promote the cult of the sun god, Sol Invictus. The image of Victory on this coin may reflect the emperor's attempts to associate himself with the idea of victory and the divine power of the sun god.
