Denarius - Elagabalus VENVS CAELESTIS; Venus
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#276810 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Venus, draped, standing left, holding apple in extended right hand and sceptre in left hand; in field, star.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENVS CAELESTIS
Translation:
Venus Caelestis.
Heavenly Venus.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Elagabalus (VENVS CAELESTIS; Venus) coin is that it features a rare representation of the Roman goddess Venus on a coin, highlighting the importance of Venus in Roman mythology and culture during the reign of Emperor Elagabalus.