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Aureus - Gordian III SECVRITAS PERP; Securitas
| Gold | 4.8 g | 20 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 4.8 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280894 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Securitas, draped, standing left with legs crossed, leaning left arm on column, and holding sceptre in right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SECVRITAS PERP
Unabridged legend: Securitas Perpetua.
Translation: Perpetual security.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Gordian III coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Securitas (Security) on its reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the 3rd century AD. This suggests that the coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was focused on maintaining peace and security within its borders.
