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© Trustees of the British Museum
Dupondius - Sabinia Tranquillina and Gordian III CONCORDIA AVGVSTORVM S C
| Bronze | 10.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Empress | Tranquillina (Furia Sabina Tranquillina) (241-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 241-244 |
| Value | Dupondius (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#281193 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Gordian III, togate, standing right, holding roll in left hand and clasping right hands with Tranquillina, draped, standing left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA AVGVSTORVM S C
Translation:
Concordia Augustorum. Senatus Consultum.
The harmony of the emperors (Augusti). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Sabinia Tranquillina, who was a Roman empress and the wife of Emperor Gordian III. She played an important role in Roman politics during her husband's reign and was known for her intelligence and influence. Her image on this coin is a testament to her significance in Roman history.
