Antoninianus - Gordian III P M TR P III COS P P; Felicitas
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 244-249 |
| 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#280986 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, holding long caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P III COS P P
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Tertia, Consul, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the third 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 between 244-249 AD, is considered to be one of the most well-known and widely circulated coins of the Roman Empire during its time. It was minted during a period of significant economic and political change, as the Roman Empire was facing challenges from external threats and internal instability. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a testament to the enduring legacy of the Roman Empire and its influence on the development of currency and trade.
