© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Elagabalus FORTVNAE AVG; Fortuna
| Silver | 3.2 g | 19.5 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 | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#276690 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Fortuna, draped, standing left, holding rudder set on globe in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FORTVNAE AVG
Translation:
Fortunae Augusti.
For the good fortune of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.935–3.4 g;Diameter varies: 19–20 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Elagabalus (FORTVNAE AVG; Fortuna) coin is that it features an image of Fortuna, the Roman goddess of luck and prosperity, on one side, while the other side bears the image of Emperor Elagabalus. This coin was minted during Elagabalus' reign (218-222 AD) and is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists today.
