© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Elagabalus LAETITIA PVBL; Laetitia
| Silver | 3.2 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 | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#276711 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Laetitia, draped, standing left, holding wreath in extended right hand and rudder set on globe in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LAETITIA PVBL
Translation:
Laetitia Publica.
Joy of the public.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.71–3.68 g;Diameter varies: 18.25–20 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 Laetitia, the goddess of happiness and prosperity, on the reverse side, which was a unique design choice for a Roman coin during the reign of Elagabalus. This suggests that the emperor may have been attempting to promote a message of peace and prosperity during his rule, which was marked by controversy and political turmoil.
