The deity for which Priapism is named (the condition familiar to many as a side-effect mentioned in Viagra ads on TV).
Purchased: Chicago, April 2014, CICF Bourse
Septimius Severus AE Assarion.
Moesia Inferior, Nikopolis ad Istrum.
Obv: AVT CEΠT CEVHΡO. Laureate head right
Rev: NIKOΠOΛITΩN ΠΡOC IC. Ithyphallic Priapus standing left.
Ref: Moushmov 987; AMNG 1380; Sear GIC 2280
RARE
What I liked about this coin: If we imagine the obverse and reverse forming a single tableau, Septimius watches Priapus proudly pointing to his phallus and smiles with admiration.
Priapus: "Oi guvna! 'S a right proper phallus here, innit?"
Septimius: "Why, yes. Yes it is, Priapo, old chap. Splendid phallus indeed. The Empire commends your accomplishment. And bids you bring continued fertility to Moesia."
Priapus: "Won't let you down, bruv. Cheerio!"
Septimius: "You forget yourself, Priapo. You shan't speak to me in so familiar a tone."
Priapo: "Are you taking the piss, mate? Don't forget who's the dee-ity and who's the regular bloke with a fancy hat. Only one of us has superpowers, innit?"