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Tetrassarion - Elagabalus ΚΑCΤΑΒΑΛEⲰΝ; Hierapolis-Castabala
| Bronze | 16 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Hieropolis-Castabala (Cilicia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 218-222 |
| Value | Tetrassarion |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 16 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#305529 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Front view of quadriga carrying the conical stone of Emesa, on which eagle facing.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΚΑCΤΑΒΑΛEⲰΝ
Translation: "Castabala" city.
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 Elagabal, and his coinage often featured imagery related to the sun god and other deities. This coin, in particular, features a depiction of Elagabalus wearing a radiate crown, symbolizing his connection to the sun god.