Elagabalus, Severan dynasty, Roman Silver, Denarius, Rome Mint, 218-222AD (N)

Elagabalus,
Roman Silver,
Denarius,
Rome Mint,
218-222AD

After the assassination of Roman Emperor Caracalla, Macrinus became emperor from April 217. Macrinus made his son, Diadumenian, co-Emperor in May 218 at the age of only 9. A revolt led by the Caracalla’s cousin and her son, Elagabalus, met the end of Marcinus’ reign. After Macrinus’ defeat at the battle of Antioch 8th June 218, he fled north to Bosporus and had Diadumenian transported by trusted guards to the Parthian Empire for refuge. Diadumenian was captured and beheaded at age 9. His head was reportedly kept as a trophy by Elagabalus. Macrinus was also captured upon fleeing and executed. This marked the beginning of Elagabalus short live and scandalous rise to power. Only age 14 when he became an Emperor, his reputation was so scandalous that his own grandmother had him decapitated at age 18, 222AD.

Obverse:
Laureate, draped, head of Elagabalus facing right.

Lettering: IMP ANTONINVS PIVS AVG

Reverse:
Elagabalus in priest style robe, standing right, sacrificing out of a patera over a lit altar, near his hand is a star.

Lettering: SACERD DEI SOLIS ELAGAB

Mint: Rome, Italy

All coins above £20 include a free display case.

I have a wide selection of uncirculated coins in my inventory.

Please contact me if you'd like to see if I have your coin in uncirculated condition.


Free shipping to anywhere within the UK, shipping in Europe is £19.99, shipping international is £34.99. Personalised message/gift message available.