Quinarius - Gordian III AETERNITATI AVG; Sol
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 241-243 |
| Value | Silver Quinarius (¼) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280847 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sol, nude except for cloak around shoulders, standing front, head left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AETERNITATI AVG
Translation:
Aeternitati Augusti.
[Dedicated to] the immortal emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quinarius coin was a significant denomination in the Roman Empire's currency system, and it was first introduced during the reign of Emperor Gordian III, who ruled from 238 to 244 AD. The coin's design featured the image of the sun god Sol on one side and the emperor's name and title on the other. The Quinarius was made of silver and had a value of 1/5 of a denarius, which was the standard unit of currency in the empire. The coin was widely used throughout the empire and played an important role in facilitating trade and commerce during that time.
