© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Gordian III SALVS AVGVSTI; Salus
241 year| Silver | 3.2 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 241 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280860 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, standing right, feeding out of left hand snake held in arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALVS AVGVSTI
Translation:
Salus Augusti.
Health of the emperor.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.23–5.02 g;Diameter varies: 19.2–21.19 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 (SALVS AVGVSTI; Salus) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Salus, who was revered as the embodiment of safety, security, and well-being. The coin's design was meant to convey the message that the Roman Empire, under the leadership of Gordian III, was a place of stability and prosperity, where citizens could feel safe and secure.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (241) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denarius - Gordian III (SALVS AVGVSTI; Salus) (241) coin.
