Denarius - Elagabalus PONT MAX TR P II COS II; Mars
219 year| Silver | 3.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 219 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#276821 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, advancing left, holding laurel-branch in right hand and trophy in right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PONT MAX TR P II COS II
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Secunda, Consul Secundum.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the second time, consul for the second time.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.37–3.54 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare representation of the Roman god Mars on the reverse side, which is unusual for coins issued during the reign of Elagabalus, who was known for promoting Eastern deities. This suggests that the coin may have been part of a special issue or series that honored the traditional Roman pantheon.