© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Elagabalus VICTORIA AVG; Victory
| Silver | 2.9 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 | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#276803 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, flying right, holding diadem (or garland) with both hands; to either side, shield; in field, star.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVG
Translation:
Victoria Augusti.
Victory of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.4–3.875 g;Diameter varies: 17–19.6 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 a rare and unique design, with the goddess Victory standing on the prow of a ship, symbolizing the Roman Empire's naval power and victories. This design was only used during the reign of Elagabalus, making it a distinctive and valuable collector's item among numismatists.
