© Münzzentrum Rheinland
© Münzzentrum Rheinland
Pentassaria - Gordian III
| Bronze | 14.08 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Marcianopolis (Moesia Inferior) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 238-244 |
| Value | Pentassaria (5⁄16) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 14.08 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#357612 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
ΥΠ ΜΝΟΦΙΛΟΥ ΜΑ-ΡΚΙΑΝΟΠΟΛΙΤΩ-Ν, Ares standing left with spear and shield
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΥΠ ΜΝΟΦΙΛΟΥ ΜΑ-ΡΚΙΑΝΟΠΟΛΙΤΩ-
E Ν
Translation: YP MNOFILOU MA-RKIANOPOLITO-N
Comment
Struck under magistrate Tullius Menophilus
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Gordian III, who ruled from 238 to 244 AD, on one side, and a depiction of the goddess Diana on the other. This coin was minted during a time of significant political and military upheaval in the Roman Empire, and its design reflects the cultural and religious influences of the era.
