Aureus - Gordian III ADVENTVS AVG
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 238-244 |
| Value | Aureus (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#281000 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Gordian III, in military attire, on horse prancing right, raising right hand and holding spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ADVENTVS AVG
Translation:
Adventus Augusti.
Adventus (Roman welcoming ceremony) of the emperor.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus coin of Gordian III (ADVENTVS AVG) was issued during a time of great economic and political instability in the Roman Empire. The coin's gold content was decreased during Gordian's reign, which led to inflation and economic hardship for the common people. Despite this, the coin remained a symbol of wealth and power, and its intricate designs and high quality craftsmanship made it a prized possession among collectors.
