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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Gordian III AEQVITAS AVG; Aequitas
240 year| Silver | 4.3 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 240 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.3 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280762 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Aequitas, draped, standing front, head left, holding scales in extended right hand and corncuopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AEQVITAS AVG
Translation:
Aequitas Augusti.
Equity of the emperor.
Comment
Mass varies: 3–5.98 g;Diameter varies: 22–24 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Gordian III (AEQVITAS AVG; Aequitas) was issued during a time of great economic and political turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin's design, which includes the image of a goddess representing Aequitas (equity or justice), was meant to promote the idea of fairness and equality, which was a key concern of Gordian III's reign. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remains a testament to the enduring legacy of the Roman Empire and its influence on the development of currency and trade.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (240) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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