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Dupondius - Gordian III CONCORDIA MILIT AVG S C; Concordia
| Bronze | 10.2 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 240-239 |
| Value | Dupondius (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.2 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#281083 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, seated left on throne, holding patera in extended right hand and double cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA MILIT AVG S C
Translation:
Concordia Militum Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Harmony with the soldiers of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 9.56–10.76 g;Example of this type:
Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dupondius - Gordian III coin is that it features the goddess Concordia on the reverse side, which represents the Roman Empire's desire for peace and unity during a time of political turmoil. Despite being made of bronze, this coin was still considered a valuable form of currency during its time.
