Caption

Denarius, Elagabalus (204–222; Roman emperor 218–222), Julia Maesa (ca. 160–224; Augusta 218–224). Obverse: IVLIA MAESA AVG — draped bust of Julia Maesa facing right, pearl rim. Reverse: PIETAS AVG — Pietas standing left, holding a patera above an altar at left and an incense box, rim pearl. Iconography: Pietas (personification). Roman Empire, 218–223. Coin. Diameter 18.5–19.0 mm; weight 2.68 g.

Credit line

Photo12/Liszt Collection

Reference

LZT26A74_133

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Rights managed

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Keywords

Denarius Elagabalus 204–222 Roman emperor 218–222 Julia Maesa ca 160–224 Augusta 218–224 Obverse Ivlia Maesa Avg draped bust facing right pearl rim Reverse Pietas Avg Pietas standing left holding patera altar incense box rim pearl Iconography personification Roman Empire 218–223 Coin Diameter 18.5–19.0 mm weight 2.68 g round worn metallic object irregular edge showing raised central relief standing human figure slightly smaller upright shape near figure's side raised border shallow decorative marks metal silvery-gray darker gray patina lighter gray highlights.