© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Elagabalus FORTVNAE REDVCI S C; Fortuna
| Bronze | 20 g | 33 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 | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 20 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#277029 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fortuna, draped, seated left, holding globe in extended right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FORTVNAE REDVCI S C
Translation:
Fortunae Reduci. Senatus Consultum.
Returning fortune. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 14–26.16 g;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 an image of Fortuna, the Roman goddess of luck and prosperity, on one side, and an image of Elagabalus, the Roman emperor, on the other. This coin was minted during Elagabalus' reign, which was marked by controversy and excess, and it is believed that the image of Fortuna was included to symbolize the emperor's belief in the power of luck and fortune.
