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Aureus - Gordian III IOVI STATORI; Jupiter
| Gold | 5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 241-243 |
| Value | Aureus (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280829 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter, nude, standing front, head left, holding long sceptre in right hand and thunderbolt in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IOVI STATORI
Translation:
Iovi Statoris.
To Jupiter, the upholder (preserver).
Comment
Mass varies: 4.67–5.22 g;Example of this type:
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Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Gordian III coin is that it features an image of Jupiter, the Roman god of thunder, on one side, and an image of Gordian III, the Roman emperor, on the other side. This coin was minted during Gordian III's reign, which lasted from 241 to 243 AD, and was used as a standard circulation coin throughout the Roman Empire. The fact that it was made of gold and weighs 5 grams suggests that it was a valuable and highly sought-after coin during its time.
