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Denarius - Gordian III LIBERALITAS AVG II; Liberalitas
240 year| Silver | 2.4 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 240 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.4 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280773 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Liberalitas, draped, standing front, head left, holding abacus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERALITAS AVG II
Translation:
Liberatlitas Augusti Secunda.
Second liberality of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.05–2.83 g;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 (LIBERALITAS AVG II; Liberalitas) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Liberalitas, who represents liberality, generosity, and abundance. This image symbolizes the idea that the Roman Empire, under the rule of Gordian III, was a place of prosperity and generosity. The coin's design also highlights the importance of the Roman Empire's economic system, which was based on the silver denarius coin.
