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Æ26 - Gordian III ΘΕϹϹΑΛΟΝΕΙΚΕΩΝ ΝΕΩΚΟΡ, ΠΥΘΙΑ; Thessalonica
| Bronze | 6.5 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Thessalonica (Roman province of Macedonia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 238-244 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.5 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#399163 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Agonistic crown with palm branch
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΘΕϹϹΑΛΟΝΕΙΚΕΩΝ ΝΕΩΚΟΡ, ΠΥΘΙΑ (on crown)
Interesting fact
The coin , the Æ26 - Gordian III (ΘΕϹϹϹΑΛΟΝΕΙΚΕΩΝ ΝΕΩΚΟΡ, ΠΥΘΙΑ; Thessalonica) (238-244) from Thessalonica (Roman province of Macedonia) made of Bronze weighing 6.5 g, is a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It is considered a significant artifact from the Roman Empire's period of expansion and conquest, and its preservation in such good condition makes it a highly sought-after piece among numismatists and historians.