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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Gordian III IOVI STATORI; Jupiter
| Silver | 4.3 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 241-243 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.3 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280815 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 69% |
Reverse
Jupiter, nude, standing front, head left, holding long sceptre in right hand and thunderbolt in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IOVI STATORI
Translation:
Iovi Statoris.
To Jupiter, the upholder (preserver).
Comment
Mass varies: 3.04–5.39 g;Diameter varies: 20–24 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 and Jupiter (IOVI STATORI) was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Gordian III was the last Roman Emperor to issue coins with the traditional Roman gods, before the empire shifted towards Christianity. This coin, in particular, features Jupiter, the king of the gods, on the reverse, signifying the importance of Roman mythology and religion during that time. Despite the turmoil, the coin's design remained consistent with previous issues, indicating a desire to maintain tradition and stability in the face of change.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (241-243) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Antoninianus - Gordian III (IOVI STATORI; Jupiter) (241-243) coin.
