© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Gordian III P M TR P III COS II P P
| Silver | 3 g | 20 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 | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280845 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Gordian III, in military attire, standing right, holding transverse spear in right hand and globe in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P III COS II P P
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Tertia, Consul Secundum, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the third time, consul for the second time, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.69–3.76 g;Diameter varies: 18–21 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 (P M TR P III COS II P P) (241-243) coin is that it features a unique blend of Roman and Greek influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the Roman Emperor Gordian III, while the reverse side features the Greek goddess Athena, highlighting the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during the Roman Empire's expansion into Greek territories.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (241-243) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denarius - Gordian III (P M TR P III COS II P P) (241-243) coin.
