As - Gordian III P M TR P IIII COS II P P S C; Victory
| Bronze | 8.8 g | 24 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 | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#281155 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Gordian III, togate, standing left in quadriga, being crowned by Victory, and holding branch in extended right hand and eagle-tipped sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P IIII COS II P P S C
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Quarta, Consul Secundum, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the fourth time, consul for the second time, father of the nation. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare and unique design element - the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) is depicted standing on the prow of a ship, symbolizing the Roman Empire's naval power and dominance. This design was only used on a few coins during Gordian III's reign, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
