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Assarion - Gordian III ΑΚΚΙΛΑΕΩΝ
| Bronze | 5.35 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Accilaeum (Conventus of Apamea) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 238-244 |
| Value | Assarion (0.1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.35 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#410051 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dionysus standing left, holding cantharus and thyrsus
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΚΚΙΛΑΕΩΝ
Comment
The city of Accilaeum is only known from its rare coinage, all of which appears to have been issued under Gordian III.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare image of the Roman Emperor Gordian III, who ruled from 238 to 244 AD, on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) bears the image of the goddess Athena. This coin is a significant historical artifact that provides insight into the economic and political systems of the Roman Empire during Gordian III's reign.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (238-244) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Assarion - Gordian III (ΑΚΚΙΛΑΕΩΝ) (238-244) coin.