{"product_id":"elagabalus-provincial-bronze-perge-pamphylia-218-222-ad","title":"Elagabalus Provincial Bronze – Perge, Pamphylia (218–222 AD)","description":"\u003cp\u003eExtremely rare provincial bronze of Emperor Elagabalus struck at Perge in Pamphylia. Features a strong portrait of the young emperor on the obverse and Artemis standing with bow and torch on the reverse. Only 3 specimens cited! An interesting and desirable eastern provincial issue with documented rarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAttribution:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmperor: Elagabalus (218–222 AD)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegion: Pamphylia, Perge Mint\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDenomination: AE23 Provincial Bronze\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 7.84 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiameter: Approx. 23mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eObverse: Radiate, draped and cuirassed bust of Elagabalus right\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReverse: Artemis standing left, holding bow and long torch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReference: RPC Online 6112\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNoted rarity: “Only 3 specimens cited”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistorical background:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElagabalus was one of Rome’s most controversial emperors, ruling during a turbulent period of the Severan dynasty. Provincial issues from Perge featuring Artemis are especially collectible due to their connection with the important cult center of Artemis Pergaia in Asia Minor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthentic ancient provincial bronze with clear portrait features, identifiable reverse deity, and attractive dark olive patina. Moderate circulation wear with solid eye appeal for the type. Better than average detail for a rare provincial issue.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buccaneer Bullion Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47164263432323,"sku":null,"price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/2475\/1235\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_7b2ad7d9-1b11-473f-9c56-35edf8d16f31.jpg?v=1778896596","url":"https:\/\/buccaneer-bullion-co.myshopify.com\/products\/elagabalus-provincial-bronze-perge-pamphylia-218-222-ad","provider":"Buccaneer Bullion Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}