Nicaea Assarion - Elagabalus, 218 – 222
NIKAIEΩN; Standards; Nicaea
Information
Country
Nicaea
Nicaea
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Assarion
Year
218 – 222
Ruler
Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus)
(218–222)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
4.43
Diameter (mm)
27
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Assarion from Nicaea. Issued from 218 to 222. Struck in Bronze. Measures 27 mm and weighs 4.43 g.
- Obverse
- Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust righ of Elagabalus. (M (-αρκος) Aυρ (-ελιος) Αντωνινος Αυγ (-υστος)= Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Augustus.)
- Reverse
- Legend between three military standards topped with wreathes. (NIKAIEΩN= [coin] of the Nicene citizens.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (218-222) | — | (fr) Nicée, Bithynie |
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