Philippopolis Æ18 - Elagabalus, 218 – 222
ΦIΛIΠΠOΠOΛEITΩN NEΩKOΡΩN; Ares
Information
Country
Philippopolis
Philippopolis
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Æ18 - Elagabalus
Year
218 – 222
Ruler
Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus)
(218–222)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
4.4
Diameter (mm)
18
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Æ18 - Elagabalus from Philippopolis. Issued from 218 to 222. Struck in Bronze. Measures 18 mm and weighs 4.4 g.
- Obverse
- Head of Elagabalus right, laureate. (The emperor caesar Marcus Aurelius Antoninus)
- Reverse
- Ares standing left, naked, wearing a helmet and holding a shield slung over his back. (Temple keeper of Philippopolis)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (218-222) | — |
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