Marcianopolis Tetrassarion - Elagabalus, 218 – 222
YΠ•IOYΛ•ANT•CΕΛEYKOY MAPKIANOΠΟ/ΛITΩN; Marcianopolis
Information
Country
Marcianopolis
Marcianopolis
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetrassarion
Year
218 – 222
Ruler
Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus)
(218–222)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
8.86
Diameter (mm)
26
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetrassarion from Marcianopolis. Issued from 218 to 222. Struck in Bronze. Measures 26 mm and weighs 8.86 g.
- Obverse
- Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Elagabalus to right, seen from behind.
- Reverse
- Nemesis-Aequitas standing front, head to left, holding scales in her right hand and cubit-rule in her left; at feet to left, wheel.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (218-222) | — |
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