© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Triassarion - Julia Maesa ΙΕΡΟΠΟΛΕΙΤΩΝ
| Bronze | 9.72 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Hieropolis (Phrygia) (Conventus of Apamea) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 218-222 |
| Value | Triassarion (0.3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.72 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#411151 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sarapis seated, left, holding long sceptre and extending right hand over Cerberus sitting at his feet, facing, and Isis standing, right, holding sistrum and situla.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΙΕΡΟΠΟΛΕΙΤΩΝ
Interesting fact
The Triassarion coin featuring Julia Maesa (ΙΕΡΟΠΟΛΕΙΤΩΝ) was minted during the reign of Emperor Elagabalus (218-222 AD), who was known for his controversial religious reforms and decadent lifestyle. Despite his tumultuous reign, the coinage issued during his time, including the Triassarion, remained consistent with the high standards of Roman minting and featured beautiful designs and inscriptions.