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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Elagabalus HILARITAS AVG; Hilaritas
| Silver | 3 g | 19 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 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#276849 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hilaritas, draped, standing left, holding wreath in right hand and long palm in left hand; to either side, child.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HILARITAS AVG
Translation:
Hilaritas Augusti.
Joy of the emperor.
Comment
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 (HILARITAS AVG; Hilaritas) coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Hilaritas, who was revered as a symbol of joy, cheerfulness, and good humor. This coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Elagabalus, who was known for his eccentricities and decadence, and the image of Hilaritas on the coin may have been a reflection of his desire to promote a sense of joy and revelry during his reign.
