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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Elagabalus LIBERTAS AVG; Libertas
| 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 |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#276724 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Libertas, draped, standing left, holding pileus in extended right hand and sceptre in left hand; in field, star.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERTAS AVG
Translation:
Libertas Augusti.
Freedom of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.6–3.45 g;Diameter varies: 18–20 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 (LIBERTAS AVG; Libertas) coin is that it features the goddess Libertas, who was a symbol of freedom and liberty in ancient Rome. The coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Elagabalus, who was known for his controversial and unconventional rule, and the image of Libertas on the coin may have been a nod to his attempts to promote religious and social freedoms during his reign.
