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Pentassarion - Gordian III ΥΠ CAB MOΔЄCTOΥ NIKOΠOΛЄITΩN / ΠΡOC IΣTΡOΝ
| Bronze | 12.69 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Nicopolis ad Istrum (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 | 12.69 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#401918 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Tyche, holding rudder in her right hand and cornucopiae in her left, standing front in tetrastyle temple; in pediment, globe and arrow.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΥΠ CAB MOΔЄCTOΥ NIKOΠOΛЄITΩN
ΠΡOC IΣTΡOΝ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare combination of two emperors on its obverse side. The coin bears the image of Gordian III, who ruled the Roman Empire from 238 to 244 AD, along with the image of his co-emperor, Philip the Arab, who ruled from 244 to 249 AD. This dual portrait is unusual for coins of this period, which typically featured only one emperor. This coin's unique design may indicate that it was minted during a specific event or ceremony, such as a imperial visit or a military victory.
