Aureus - Gordian III MARTEM PROPVGNATOREM; Mars
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 243-244 |
| 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#280892 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, in military attire, hastening right, holding transverse spear in right hand and shield in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARTEM PROPVGNATOREM
Translation:
Martem Propugnatorem.
Of Mars, the defender.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus coin featuring Gordian III and Mars (MARTEM PROPVGNATOREM) was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Gordian III was the last Roman Emperor to issue gold coins before the Empire's economy began to decline, and this coin was minted just a few years before his assassination in 244 AD. Despite the turmoil, the coin remains a stunning example of Roman craftsmanship and artistry, with intricate details and a high level of precision in its design.