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© Trustees of the British Museum
Sestertius - Gordian III ADLOCVTIO AVGVSTI S C
| Bronze | 22.8 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 241-244 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 22.8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#281142 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Gordian III, in military attire, standing right on platform, haranguing three soldiers, holding spears and shields; in background, legionary eagle, standard, and horse.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ADLOCVTIO AVGVSTI S C
Translation:
Adlocutio Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Speech of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Gordian III, who was a Roman emperor who ruled during a time of great turmoil and conflict, including wars against the Persians and Germanic tribes. Despite these challenges, Gordian III was known for his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's economy and military, and his reign marked a brief period of stability in an otherwise tumultuous period in Roman history.
