Skip to content
Orbis Collectibles

RIC IV Elagabalus 369

DocumentedSupported by at least one credible specialist source.

Record status

Individual type · research required

Issuing entity

Roman Empire

RIC IV Elagabalus 369. Denomination: Sestertius. Authority: Elagabalus. Mint: Rome. The obverse shows bust of Elagabalus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right, with the legend IMP CAES M AVR ANTONINVS PIVS AVG.

The reverse shows elagabalus, in Syrian priestly robes, standing left, sacrificing out of patera in right hand over lighted altar, holding club in left hand; in field, star, with the legend SACERD DEI SOLIS ELAGAB S C. The obverse shows bust of Elagabalus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right, with the legend IMP CAES M AVR ANTONINVS PIVS AVG. The reverse shows elagabalus, in Syrian priestly robes, standing left, sacrificing out of patera in right hand over lighted altar, holding club in left hand; in field, star, with the legend SACERD DEI SOLIS ELAGAB S C.

Evidence at a glance

Linked sources
2
Photograph views
6
Catalogue references
1

Counts describe this entry’s documentation, not authenticity, rarity or completeness. Photographs may show one specimen; check each caption and licence.

Historical context

Marcus Aurelius Antoninus, known as Elagabalus, reigned as Roman emperor from 218 to 222 after being raised to power at age 14. Originating from Emesa, Syria, he had served from youth as the head priest of the sun god Elagabal. During his reign, he introduced the god's cult to Rome and personally led its religious rites.

Physical characteristics

Material
Bronze
Denomination
Sestertius

Technical characteristics

Mint
Rome
Authority
Elagabalus

Design

Obverse
Bust of Elagabalus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
Elagabalus, in Syrian priestly robes, standing left, sacrificing out of patera in right hand over lighted altar, holding club in left hand; in field, star
Obverse legend
IMP CAES M AVR ANTONINVS PIVS AVG
Reverse legend
SACERD DEI SOLIS ELAGAB S C

Identification

Type reference
RIC IV Elagabalus 369
Denomination and metal
Sestertius, Bronze
Obverse legend to match
IMP CAES M AVR ANTONINVS PIVS AVG
Reverse legend to match
SACERD DEI SOLIS ELAGAB S C
Source note
Type description from the American Numismatic Society's Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE); individual specimens differ in die, flan size, weight and wear, and legend breaks may vary. Type description from the American Numismatic Society's Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE); individual specimens differ in die, flan size, weight and wear, and legend breaks may vary.

Documentation checklist

Denomination
Recorded
Issue or mint date
Recorded
Material
Recorded
Weight
Research required
Mint or printer
Recorded
Mint or printer mark
Research required
Catalogue reference
Recorded
Attached photograph (check rights)
Recorded

Recorded means a field is present, not independently verified. Read its wording, supporting source and the entry’s confidence level.

Catalogue references

Research required

  • Editorial verification required.
  • Weight, diameter and mint marks require specimen-level evidence.
  • Museum specimen photographs are linked by the source; local photographs and reuse rights remain unverified.
Can you source one of these? Submit a reference