Denarius - Elagabalus VENVS VICTRIX; Venus
| Silver | 2.7 g | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#276870 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Venus, draped, standing left, leaning against column and holding apple in extended right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENVS VICTRIX
Translation:
Venus Victrix.
Venus Victorious.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Venus image on this coin was a departure from the traditional depiction of Venus on Roman coins, which usually showed her fully clothed and modest. Instead, this coin features Venus naked, with her hair flowing and a seductive expression on her face. This bold departure from convention was seen as a reflection of Elagabalus's unconventional and controversial reign.
