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Greek: CM.MC.9468-R

Object information

Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Ruler: Elagabalus (AD 218-22)
Mint: Berytus

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1906-11-22) by McClean, J. R.

Dating

218 - 222

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter 30.5 mm Weight 18.12 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Draped bust of Elagabalus, right, laureate; border of dots.

  • Text: IMPCAESMAVRAN ToNINVSAVG
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Beroe on the left, kneeling, to draw water with jug held in right hand over well; her head turned back to right to look at Poseidon who has grasped her left arm and seeks to drag her away; trident in his left hand; plain exergue line; border of dots.

  • Text: COLIVLIA VGFEL BER
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.MC.9468-R
Primary reference Number: 236731
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Audit data

Created: Monday 9 September 2019 Updated: Monday 9 September 2019 Last processed: Wednesday 13 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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