© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Elagabalus INVICTVS SACERDOS AVG
| Silver | 2.9 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 | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#276700 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Elagabalus, in Syrian priestly robes, standing left, sacrificing out of patera in right hand over tripod, holding club in left hand; behind tripod, bull lying down; in field, star.
Script: Latin
Lettering: INVICTVS SACERDOS AVG
Translation:
Invictus sacerdos Augusti.
Invincible priest emperor.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.9813–4.3 g;Diameter varies: 17.7–19.94 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
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 Elagabal, and his coinage often featured imagery related to the god and his worship. This particular coin, with its image of Elagabalus and the inscription "INVICTVS SACERDOS AVG" (meaning "Unconquered Sacred Emperor"), reflects the emperor's efforts to promote his religious beliefs and his own divine status.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (218-222) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denarius - Elagabalus (INVICTVS SACERDOS AVG) (218-222) coin.
