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© Trustees of the British Museum
Antoninianus - Gordian III FORT REDVX; Victory
| Silver | 3.8 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 238-244 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280999 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing left, leaning on shield, and holding palm in left hand; under shield, seated captive.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FORT REDVX
Translation:
Fortuna Redux.
Fortune that brings back [the Emperor in safety].
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
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 emperor of the Severan dynasty and his reign was marked by constant wars and conflicts, including a major invasion by the Sassanid Empire. Despite these challenges, the coinage issued during his reign, such as the Antoninianus, continued to be minted in silver and maintained a high level of quality, reflecting the enduring legacy of the Roman Empire.
