Antoninianus - Gordian III P M TR P II COS P P; Providentia
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 239-240 |
| 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#280904 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding globe in extended right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P II COS P P
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Secunda, Consul, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the second time, consul, father of the nation.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Gordian III and was minted in Rome between 239-240 AD, is considered a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It's one of the few coins that were minted during Gordian III's reign, and its silver content makes it even more valuable. In fact, some of these coins have sold for thousands of dollars at auction.
