© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
Denarius - Elagabalus VOTA PVBLICA
| Silver | 2.9 g | 20 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 | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#276869 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Elagabalus, veiled, togate, standing left, sacrificing out of patera in right hand over lighted tripod.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VOTA PVBLICA
Translation:
Vota Publica.
The vows (prayers) of the public.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.73–3.13 g;Example of this type:
Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg
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 image of the Roman Emperor Elagabalus, who was known for his unconventional and controversial reign. He was the first Roman Emperor to be depicted with a beard, which was seen as a symbol of his Eastern background and his break from traditional Roman culture. This coin is a unique representation of his rule and a reflection of the cultural and political shifts that were taking place during his time.
