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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Gordian III SECVRITAS PVBLICA; Securitas
241 year| 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 |
| Year | 241 |
| 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#280861 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Securitas, draped, seated left, holding sceptre in right hand and propping head on left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SECVRITAS PVBLICA
Translation:
Securitas Publica.
Safety of the public.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.197–3.66 g;Diameter varies: 19.5–21.01 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 coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Securitas, which represents security and stability, on its reverse side. This is fitting, given that Gordian III's reign was marked by efforts to maintain stability and security within the Roman Empire, particularly during a time of great turmoil and external threats.
