Antoninianus - Gordian III AEQVITAS AVG; Aequitas
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 238-239 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280910 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin bearing the image of Gordian III and the inscription "AEQVITAS AVG" was issued during a time of great economic turmoil in the Roman Empire. The empire was facing severe inflation, and the value of the Roman currency had depreciated significantly. In response, the government introduced a new currency reform, which included the introduction of a new coin called the Antoninianus, which was made of silver and had a higher value than the previous currency. This coin was an attempt to restore the confidence of the people in the Roman currency and to combat the inflation that was affecting the empire. Despite these efforts, the Roman Empire continued to face economic challenges, and the coinage system continued to evolve over time.
