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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Gordian III LAETITIA AVG N S C; Laetitia
| Bronze | 8.8 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 241-244 |
| Value | As (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 8.8 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#281111 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Laetitia, draped, standing left, holding wreath in extended right hand and anchor set on ground in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LAETITIA AVG N S C
Translation:
Laetitia Augusti Nostri. Senatus Consultum.
Joy of our emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 5.49–11.04 g;Diameter varies: 21.51–25 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Laetitia, the Roman goddess of happiness and prosperity, on its reverse side. This suggests that the coin was minted during a time of relative peace and prosperity in the Roman Empire, and that the emperor Gordian III was seeking to promote a sense of well-being and abundance among his subjects.
