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Denarius - Elagabalus CONSERVATOR AVG; Sol
| Silver | 2.5 g | 18.3 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 18.3 mm |
| Thickness | 2.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#276664 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, naked except for cloak over left shoulder and flying behind, advancing left, raising right hand and holding whip in left hand; in field, star.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONSERVATOR AVG
Translation:
Conservatori Augusti.
Protector of the emperor.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.164–2.883 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
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 sun god Sol, and his coinage often featured imagery related to the sun and the Roman state religion. The image of Sol on the coin may have been intended to promote Elagabalus' religious and political agenda.
