Antoninianus - Gordian III VICTORIA AVGVSTI
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 238-239 |
| 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#280943 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Gordian III, in military attire, on horse prancing right, raising right hand and holding spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVGVSTI
Translation:
Victoria Augusti.
Victory of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin bearing the image of Gordian III (VICTORIA AVGVSTI) was minted during a time of great economic and political turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content was actually debased, meaning it contained less silver than previous coins, which was a common practice during this period to increase the minting of coins and stimulate the economy. Despite this, the coin still maintained its value and was widely used throughout the empire. This fact highlights the complexities of the Roman economy during this time and the measures taken by the government to address its challenges.
