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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Gordian III VIRTVS AVG; Virtus
| Silver | 4.4 g | 23 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 4.4 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280734 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Virtus, helmeted, in military attire, standing front, head left, resting right hand on oval shield set on ground and holding vertical spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS AVG
Translation:
Virtus Augusti.
Courage of the emperor.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.54–5.19 g;Diameter varies: 22–24.2 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Gordian III (VIRTVS AVG; Virtus) was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Gordian III was the last Roman Emperor to issue coins with the legend "VIRTVS AVG" (Virtus Augusti), which translates to "The Virtue of the Emperor." This coin was minted in 238-239 AD, just before the Roman Empire was plunged into a series of civil wars and foreign invasions, marking the beginning of the end of the Roman Empire. Despite the turmoil, the coin remains a testament to the enduring legacy of Roman art and culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (238-239) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Antoninianus - Gordian III (VIRTVS AVG; Virtus) (238-239) coin.
