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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Gordian III VIRTVTI AVGVSTI S C; Hercules
| Bronze | 9.4 g | 22.5 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 | 9.4 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#281134 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hercules, nude, standing right, resting right hand on hip and resting left hand on club set on rock; beside club, lion-skin.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVTI AVGVSTI S C
Translation:
Virtuti Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
To the courage of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 6.53–11.398 g;Diameter varies: 21–23.33 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 Hercules on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Gordian III. Hercules was considered a symbol of strength and courage, and his appearance on the coin may have been intended to convey the idea that the emperor was a powerful and capable leader.
