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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Gordian III LAETITIA AVG N; Laetitia
| Silver | 3 g | 21 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 | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280843 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
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
Mass varies: 2.34–3.37 g;Diameter varies: 19.8–22 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Gordian III (LAETITIA AVG N; Laetitia) coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Laetitia, who was associated with happiness, prosperity, and good fortune. This coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Gordian III, who ruled the Roman Empire from 241 to 243 AD. The coin's design was meant to convey the idea of a prosperous and happy empire under Gordian III's leadership.
