© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Elagabalus SACERD DEI SOLIS ELAGAB
| Silver | 2.9 g | 19.5 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 | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#276758 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Elagabalus, in Syrian priestly robes, standing right, sacrificing out of patera in right hand over lighted altar, holding upright club in left hand; usually in field, star.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SACERD DEI SOLIS ELAGAB
Translation:
Sacerdos Dei Solis Elagabalus.
Elagabalus, priest of God Sol.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.26–3.67 g;Diameter varies: 18–20.89 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 Sol, and his coinage often featured imagery related to the sun and the goddess Sol. The inscription "SACERD DEI SOLIS ELAGAB" on the coin translates to "Priest of the Sun God Elagabalus," highlighting the emperor's religious beliefs and his association with the sun god.
