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Æ23 - Gordianus III COL FL PAC DEVLT
Bronze | 6.7 g | 23 mm |
Issuer | Deultum (Thracia) |
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Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 238-244 |
Composition | Bronze |
Weight | 6.7 g |
Diameter | 23 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-06 |
Numista | N#295426 |
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Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Juno standing left, holding patera and sceptre
Lettering: COL FL PAC DEVLT
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Gordianus III, who was a Roman emperor who ruled from 238 to 244 AD. He was known for his military campaigns against the Sassanid Empire and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's power and stability. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the political and cultural influences of the time, making it a valuable artifact for historians and collectors.