Antoninianus - Gordian III P M TR P IIII COS II P P; Victory
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 242-243 |
| 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#280868 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Gordian III, in military attire, standing left in slow quadriga, being crowned by Victory, and holding branch in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P IIII COS II P P
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Quarta, Consul Secundum, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the fourth time, consul for the second time, 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 242-243 AD, is considered a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It is believed that only a small number of these coins were minted, making it a highly sought-after piece for those interested in ancient Roman numismatics. Additionally, the coin's design, which features Victory on the reverse, is a symbol of the Roman Empire's military prowess and adds to its historical significance.