Denarius - Elagabalus (LIBERALITAS AVG II; Liberalitas) (218-222) front Denarius - Elagabalus (LIBERALITAS AVG II; Liberalitas) (218-222) back
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Denarius - Elagabalus LIBERALITAS AVG II; Liberalitas

 
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Description
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
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#276715
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Liberalitas, draped, standing left, holding abacus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.

Script: Latin

Lettering: LIBERALITAS AVG II

Translation:
Liberatlitas Augusti Secunda.
Second liberality of the emperor (Augustus).

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Denarius - Elagabalus (LIBERALITAS AVG II; Liberalitas) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Liberalitas, who represents liberality, generosity, and abundance. This image symbolizes the emperor Elagabalus' efforts to promote economic prosperity and generosity during his reign.