Roman Provincial Billon Tetradrachm – Elagabalus (218–222 AD)

This coin is a billon tetradrachm from the Roman provincial mint of Antioch (in ancient Syria, modern Turkey), issued during the reign of Emperor Elagabalus (218–222 AD). Coin Details -Ruler: Elagabalus (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) Denomination: Tetradrachm, a large provincial coin, often minted in billon (a silver alloy). -Mint: Antioch on the Orontes, Seleucis and Pieria. -Mint Date: Circa 218–222 AD. -Obverse (Left Side): Description: Laureate head of Elagabalus facing right, with some drapery visible on his far shoulder. Inscription (Greek): AVT K M A ANTΩNEINOC CEB (Imperator Caesar Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Augustus). -Reverse (Right Side): Description: An eagle is standing facing forward with its wings spread, head turned to the left, holding a wreath in its beak. A star is visible between the eagle's legs. Inscription (Greek): ΔHMAPX EΞ VΠATOC TO B (Holder of Tribunician Power, Consul for the Second Time.