Sestertius - Elagabalus INVICTVS SACERDOS AVG S C
| Bronze | 20 g | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#277032 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Elagabalus, in Syrian priestly robes, standing right, sacrificing out of patera in right hand over lighted altar, holding club in left hand; behind altar, bull crouching; something in field, star.
Script: Latin
Lettering: INVICTVS SACERDOS AVG S C
Translation:
Invictus sacerdos Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Invincible priest emperor. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 19.78–20.21 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
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 a priest of the sun god Sol and was known for his elaborate rituals and ceremonies, which often involved animal sacrifices and public displays of wealth and excess. Despite his unpopularity with the Roman Senate and traditionalists, Elagabalus' coinage remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today.
