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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Elagabalus VOTA PVBLICA
| Silver | 3 g | 19.5 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 | 3 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#276868 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Elagabalus, veiled, togate, standing left, sacrificing out of patera in right hand over lighted altar.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VOTA PVBLICA
Translation:
Vota Publica.
The vows (prayers) of the public.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.62–3.43 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Elagabalus (VOTA PVBLICA) coin is that it features a rare and unique design element. The coin's reverse side depicts a representation of the Roman goddess Victory, standing on the prow of a ship, with her wings outstretched and holding a wreath in her right hand. This design was only used during the reign of Elagabalus, making it a distinctive feature of this particular coin.
