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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Elagabalus SANCT DEO SOLI ELAGABAL; Sol Invictus
| 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#276857 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Slow quadriga moving right, on which is set the conical stone of Emesa surmounted by eagle; in carriage, the stone is surrounded by four parasols.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SANCT DEO SOLI ELAGABAL
Translation:
Sanctur Deo Soli Elagabalus.
The holy sun god Elagabalus.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.38–3.56 g;Diameter varies: 18.25–19.5 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 Sol Invictus, the Roman sun god, on the reverse side, which was a departure from the traditional imagery of Roman coins that typically featured the emperor's portrait. This suggests that Elagabalus, the emperor who issued the coin, may have been promoting a new religious cult or ideology that emphasized the worship of Sol Invictus.
