Caption

Denarius, Elagabalus (reign 218–222 CE). Obverse: Draped bust of Julia Maesa facing right, pearl rim, inscribed 'IVLIA MAESA AVG.' Reverse: Pietas standing left, holding a patera over an altar at left and an incense box, pearl rim, inscribed 'PIETAS AVG.' Roman Empire, ca. 218–223 CE. Coin; diameter 18.0 mm, weight 2.05 g.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A74_135

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Keywords

Denarius Elagabalus reign 218–222 CE Obverse Draped bust Julia Maesa facing right pearl rim inscribed Ivlia Maesa Avg Reverse Pietas standing left holding patera altar incense box Pietas Avg Roman Empire ca 218–223 Ce Coin diameter 18.0 mm weight 2.05 g round worn coin uneven edge showing faint raised figure center draped flowing garments subtle folds surface coin textured scratches small pits areas darker wear lighter highlights raised edges dominant colors visible dark gray brownish-gray lighter silvery-gray high points background plain white.