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Diassarion - Elagabalus ΙƐΡΑΠΟΛƐΙΤΩΝ ΝƐΩΚΟΡΩΝ
| Bronze | 6.49 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | City of Hierapolis (Conventus of Cibyra) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 218-222 |
| Value | Diassarion (⅕) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.49 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#384463 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Apollo Citharoedus standing front, head to right, holding plektron in his right hand and kithara in his left.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΙƐΡΑΠΟΛƐΙΤΩΝ ΝƐΩΚΟΡΩΝ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Elagabalus, who was known for his controversial and unconventional reign. He was known for his extreme religious and sexual behavior, and was eventually assassinated by his own guards in 222 AD. Despite his tumultuous reign, his coins remain a popular collector's item among numismatists today.