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Æ24 - Gordian III ϹΜΥΡΝΑΙΩΝ Γ ΝΕΩΚΟΡΩΝ
| Bronze | 5.6 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Smyrna (Conventus of Smyrna) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 238-244 |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.6 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#421463 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Tyche standing left, holding rudder and cornucopia, within tetrastyle temple with annulet in pediment.
Scripts: Greek, Latin
Lettering: ϹΜΥΡΝΑΙΩΝ Γ ΝΕΩΚΟΡΩΝ
Translation:
Smyrna
Third Neokorate
Comment
Klose, Smyrna XXI 18, 21–34
The 'synkletos' was a council of high officials.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Gordian III, who ruled from 238 to 244 AD, on one side, and the goddess Athena on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire, with Gordian III facing challenges from external threats such as the Persians and internal conflicts within the empire. Despite these challenges, the coinage of Gordian III's reign is known for its high quality and artistic value, making it a popular collector's item among numismatists today.
