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Pentassarion - Gordianus III ΔΙΟΝΥCΟΠΟΛEΙΤΩΝ; Hygiea; Dionysopolis
| Bronze | 12.2 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Dionysopolis (Moesia Inferior) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 238-244 |
| Value | 1 Pentassarion = 5 Asses (5⁄16) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.2 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#348887 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Hygiea facing right, feeding serpent with patera
Scripts: Greek, Latin
Lettering:
ΔΙΟΝΥCΟΠΟΛEΙΤΩΝ
Ε
Translation: Dionysopolis
Comment
The "E" can be on right or left side of Hygiea, right being more uncommonInteresting fact
The Pentassarion coin featuring Gordianus III (ΔΙΟΝΥCΟΠΟΛEΙΤΩΝ; Hygiea; Dionysopolis) from Dionysopolis (Moesia Inferior) is notable for its unique design. On one side, it features the image of Gordianus III, while on the other side, it depicts Hygiea, the goddess of health, holding a snake and a cup. This design is significant because it highlights the importance of health and wellness during the Roman Empire, and it's a rare example of a coin that combines the image of a ruler with that of a deity.
