Aureus - Gordian III LAETITIA AVG N; Laetitia
| 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#280969 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Laetitia, draped, standing left, holding wreath in extended right hand and anchor set on ground in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LAETITIA AVG N
Translation:
Laetitia Augusti Nostri.
Joy of our emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus coin of Gordian III (238-244 AD) was used as a form of currency during the Roman Empire, and its value was equivalent to 25 silver denarii. It was made of gold, which was a valuable and sought-after metal at the time. The coin features an image of the Roman goddess Laetitia on one side, and Gordian III's name and title on the other. Despite being over 1,800 years old, some of these coins have survived to this day and are highly prized by collectors and historians.