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Denarius - Elagabalus SVMMVS SACERDOS AVG
| Silver | 2.7 g | 18.5 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 | 2.7 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#276781 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Elagabalus, in Syrian priestly robes, standing left, sacrificing out of patera in right hand over tripod, holding branch downwards in left hand; in field, star.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SVMMVS SACERDOS AVG
Unabridged legend: Summus Sacerdos Avgusti
Translation: High Priest Emperor
Comment
Mass varies: 1.83–3.85 g;Diameter varies: 16–19.86 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 Elagabal, and his coinage often featured imagery related to the sun god and other deities. This particular coin, the Denarius, was a standard circulation coin used throughout the Roman Empire during Elagabalus' reign, and it features an image of the emperor on one side and the goddess Victory on the other. Despite his unpopularity among the Roman people, Elagabalus' coinage remains a fascinating piece of history for numismatists and historians alike.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (218-222) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denarius - Elagabalus (SVMMVS SACERDOS AVG) (218-222) coin.
