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Æ24 - Gordianus III ΘECCΑΛΟΝEΙΚEΩΝ ΝEΩΚΟ ΠΥΘΙΑ; Thessalonica
| Bronze | 9.42 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Thessalonica (Roman province of Macedonia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 241-244 |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.42 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#194462 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Tripod on top of which five apples
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΘECCΑΛΟΝ(E)ΙΚEΩΝ ΝEΩ(ΚΟ), ΠΥΘΙΑ
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The coin , the Æ24 - Gordianus III (ΘECCΑΛΟΝEΙΚEΩΝ ΝEΩΚΟ ΠΥΘΙΑ; Thessalonica) (241-244) from Thessalonica (Roman province of Macedonia) made of Bronze weighing 9.42 g, is a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It is considered a significant artifact from the Roman Empire's period of economic and military expansion, and its design features the image of Gordianus III, who was a prominent Roman emperor during that time. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item, and it is often auctioned off for high prices at numismatic events and online marketplaces.
