Thessalonica Æ25 - Elagabalus, 218 – 222
ΘΕCCAΛΟΝΙΚΕΩΝ; Thessalonica
Information
Country
Thessalonica
Thessalonica
Currency
Denarius
(49)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Æ25 - Elagabalus
Year
218 – 222
Ruler
Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus)
(218–222)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
12
Diameter (mm)
25
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Æ25 - Elagabalus from Thessalonica. Issued from 218 to 222. Struck in Copper. Measures 25 mm and weighs 12 g.
- Obverse
- Laureate, draped, and cuirassed bust right, seen from rear. ((Αυτοκράτωρ Καίσαρ Μάρκου Αυρήλιου Αντωνίνος) "Emperor Caesar Marcus Aurelius Antoninos".)
- Reverse
- Nike advancing left, holding Cabeirus and palm frond. ("Thessalonica")
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (218-222) | — |
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