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© Staatliche Münzsammlung München (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 DE)
Sestertius - Elagabalus P M TR P III COS III P P S C
220 year| Bronze | 24.1 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 220 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 24.1 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#276983 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Elagabalus, laureate, standing left in slow quadriga, holding branch in right hand and sceptre in left hand; in field, star.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P III COS III P P S C
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Tertia, Consul Tertium, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the third time, consul for the third time, father of the nation. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 21.52–26.64 g;Diameter varies: 30.2–32 mm;
Example of this type:
Staatliche Münzsammlung München
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 Roman goddess Cybele and was known for his elaborate rituals and ceremonies, which often involved cross-dressing and other forms of gender expression. This coin, minted during his reign, reflects the cultural and religious influences of the time and provides a unique glimpse into the life and reign of this fascinating historical figure.
