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Pentassarion - Gordianus III ΔΙΟΝVCΟΠΟΛЄΙΤΩΝ; Homonoia; Dionysopolis
| Bronze | 14.37 g | 28 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 | 14.37 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#195704 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Homonoia standing left, holding patera and cornucopia, E (mark of value) to right.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΔΙΟΝVCΟΠΟΛЄΙΤΩΝ
Ε
Interesting fact
The Pentassarion coin of Gordianus III (ΔΙΟΝVCΟΠΟΛЄΙΤΩΝ; Homonoia; Dionysopolis) features an image of the Roman goddess Diana on the reverse side, which is unusual for a coin issued by a Roman emperor. This suggests that the coin may have been intended to promote the cult of Diana, which was popular in the region where the coin was minted (Dionysopolis in Moesia Inferior).
