Antioch on the Orontes Tetradrachm - Elagabalus, 219
Antioch
Information
Country
Antioch on the Orontes
Antioch on the Orontes
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetradrachm
Year
219
Ruler
Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus)
(218–222)
Composition
Billon
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
13
Diameter (mm)
26
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetradrachm from Antioch on the Orontes. Issued in 219. Struck in Billon. Measures 26 mm and weighs 13 g.
- Obverse
- Laureate bust right with drapery on far shoulder.
- Reverse
- Eagle standing facing, head left with wreath in beak, star between legs.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | vf | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (219) | — | € 55,00 |
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