Æ26 - Gordian III (Singara) (243-244) front Æ26 - Gordian III (Singara) (243-244) back
Æ26 - Gordian III (Singara) (243-244) photo
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Æ26 - Gordian III Singara

 
Bronze 10 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Singara (Mesopotamia)
Emperor
Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
243-244
Composition
Bronze
Weight
10 g
Diameter
26 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#200759
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Turreted and draped bust of Tyche right; above, the centaur Sagittarius right, discharging bow.

Script: Greek

Lettering: AVΡ CEΠ KOΛ CINΓAΡA

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Gordian III, who was a Roman Emperor who ruled from 238 to 244 AD. Despite being a Roman Emperor, Gordian III was born in the city of Singara, which is now located in modern-day Iraq. This coin was likely minted during his reign and circulated in the region.