Dupondius - Gordian III ABVNDANTIA AVG S C; Abundantia
240 year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 240 |
| Value | Dupondius (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#281073 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Abundantia, draped, standing right, emptying cornucopiae held in both hands.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ABVNDANTIA AVG S C
Translation:
Abundantia Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Imperial abundance. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius - Gordian III coin features the image of Abundantia, the Roman goddess of abundance and prosperity, on its reverse side. This is fitting, as the coin was issued during a time of economic recovery and growth under the rule of Gordian III. The inclusion of Abundantia on the coin serves as a symbol of the Roman Empire's renewed prosperity and abundance during this period.