© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Gordian III CONCORDIA AVG; Concordia
| Silver | 4.2 g | 21.5 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 4.2 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280911 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, standing left, sacrificing out of patera in right hand over altar and holding cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA AVG
Translation:
Concordia Augusta.
Venerable harmony.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.376–4.756 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus coin featuring Gordian III is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Gordian III was the last Roman Emperor to issue coins with the legend "CONCORDIA AVG" which means "Concord of the Augusti" in Latin. This suggests that the coin was minted during a period of relative peace and harmony within the Empire, which is interesting given the turbulent times that surrounded Gordian III's reign.
