Sestertius - Elagabalus LIBERTAS AVGVSTI S C; Libertas
| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#277042 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Libertas, draped, standing left, holding pileus in extended right hand and vertical sceptre in left hand; in field, star.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERTAS AVGVSTI S C
Translation:
Libertas Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Freedom of the emperor. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Elagabalus (LIBERTAS AVGVSTI S C; Libertas) coin is that it features a unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the usual depiction of a Roman deity or a symbol of the state, this coin features a representation of the Roman Empire's libertas, or freedom. This design choice was likely made to promote the idea of freedom and liberty, which was an important concept during the reign of Emperor Elagabalus.
