© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Gordian III VENVS VICTRIX; Venus
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#280862 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Venus, draped, standing left, leaning on shield, holding helmet in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENVS VICTRIX
Translation:
Venus Victrix.
Venus Victorious.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.617–3.94 g;Diameter varies: 19.8–21 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Gordian III (VENVS VICTRIX; Venus) coin features the goddess Venus on one side, signifying the importance of Venus in Roman mythology and culture.
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 (VENVS VICTRIX; Venus) (241) coin.
