Æ27 - Gordianus III (Hadrianopolis) (238-244) front Æ27 - Gordianus III (Hadrianopolis) (238-244) back
Æ27 - Gordianus III (Hadrianopolis) (238-244) photo
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Æ27 - Gordianus III Hadrianopolis

 
Bronze 10.28 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
Hadrianopolis (Thracia)
Emperor
Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
238-244
Composition
Bronze
Weight
10.28 g
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#76466
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

City gate with one door, flanked by two towers

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΑΔΡΙΑΝΟΠΟΛΕΙΤΩΝ

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Gordianus III, who was a Roman Emperor during the 3rd century 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, which includes an image of the emperor and various other symbols and inscriptions, provides valuable insight into the cultural and political context of the time.