As - Gordian III VICTORIA AETER S C; Victory
244 year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 244 |
| Value | As (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#281183 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing left, leaning on shield, and holding palm in left hand; under shield, seated captive.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AETER S C
Translation:
Victoria Aeterna. Senatus Consultum.
Eternal victory. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin As - Gordian III (VICTORIA AETER S C; Victory) (244) from Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) made of Bronze is that it features a unique blend of Roman and Greek influences in its design. The coin's obverse (front) side features a portrait of Gordian III, while the reverse (back) side depicts the goddess Victory (Victoria) holding a wreath and a palm branch, symbolizing the Roman Empire's military victories and dominance. The use of both Roman and Greek imagery reflects the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during the Roman Empire's expansion into Greek territories.
