Antoninianus - Gordian III VICTORIA AVGVSTI; Victory
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 242-244 |
| 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#280964 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding wreath in extended right hand and palm, sloped over left shoulder, 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 was introduced by the Roman Emperor Gordian III in 242 AD, during a time of economic crisis and military challenges. It was designed to replace the denarius, which had been the standard Roman currency for centuries, but had become devalued due to excessive production and inflation. The Antoninianus was made of silver, which gave it a higher value and stability compared to the denarius, and it was also introduced with a new system of weights and measures to combat inflation. Despite its introduction during a difficult period, the Antoninianus became a popular currency and was used throughout the Roman Empire for many years.
