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Pentassarion - Elagabalus and Julia Maesa VΠ CEPΓ TITIANOV MAPKIANOΠOΛITΩN; Legate Sergius Titianus; Athena; Marcianopolis
| Bronze | 13.38 g | 28.4 mm |
| Issuer | Marcianopolis (Moesia Inferior) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 218-222 |
| Value | Pentassaria (5⁄16) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13.38 g |
| Diameter | 28.4 mm |
| Thickness | 3.2 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#317694 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Athena standing left, holding patera in right hand and spear with left hand, a shield at her feet left; mark of value in lower left field.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
VΠ CEPΓ TITIANOV MAPKIANOΠOΛITΩN
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Unabridged legend: Upatos Sergios Titianos Markianopoliton
Translation: The legate Sergius Titianus of Marcianopolis
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare representation of the Roman empress Julia Maesa, who was known for her political influence and her role in promoting the cult of the Roman goddess Athena. The coin's design, which includes an image of Athena on the reverse, may have been intended to highlight Julia Maesa's association with the goddess and her role in promoting Roman culture.
