© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Elagabalus SALVS ANTONINI AVG; Salus
| Silver | 2.9 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 | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#276770 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, standing right, feeding snake held in her arms out of dish in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALVS ANTONINI AVG
Unabridged legend: Salus Antonini Augusti.
Translation: Health of Emperor Antoninus.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.34–3.34 g;Diameter varies: 18.48–20 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 the Roman goddess Salus, who was revered as the embodiment of safety, security, and well-being. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's commitment to protecting its citizens and ensuring their well-being, which was a key aspect of the Roman imperial ideology during the reign of Elagabalus.
