Anazarbus Tetrassarion - Elagabalus, 221 – 222
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Information
Country
Anazarbus
Anazarbus
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetrassarion
Year
221 – 222
Ruler
Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus)
(218–222)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
15.67
Diameter (mm)
27
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetrassarion from Anazarbus. Issued from 221 to 222. Struck in Bronze. Measures 27 mm and weighs 15.67 g.
- Obverse
- Diademed bust of Elagabalus to right, wearing garments of the demiourgos.
- Reverse
- Elagabalus standing front, head to left, sacrificing from patera over burning altar in front of trophy.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (221-222) | — | CY 240 |
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