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Pentassarion - Gordianus III ΔIONVCOΠOΛITΩN; Demeter; Dionysopolis
| Bronze | 12.24 g | 27.4 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 | 12.24 g |
| Diameter | 27.4 mm |
| Thickness | 3.4 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#317679 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Hera standing left, holding grain ears in right hand and sceptre with left hand; mark of value in lower left field.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΔIONVCOΠOΛITΩN
E
Translation: of Dionysopolis
Interesting fact
The Pentassarion coin featuring Gordianus III (ΔIONVCOΠOΛITΩN; Demeter; Dionysopolis) from Dionysopolis (Moesia Inferior) is notable for its unique design. On one side, it features the image of Demeter, the Greek goddess of agriculture and fertility, while on the other side, it bears the image of Gordianus III, the Roman emperor who ruled from 238 to 244 AD. This combination of a Roman emperor and a Greek deity on a single coin highlights the blending of cultures and religions that occurred during the Roman Empire. Additionally, the use of bronze as the material for the coin reflects the economic and technological advancements of the time.
