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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Gordian III AEQVITAS AVG S C; Aequitas
| Bronze | 16.6 g | 30.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 240-239 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 16.6 g |
| Diameter | 30.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#281080 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aequitas, draped, standing front, head left, holding scales in extended right hand and corncuopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AEQVITAS AVG S C
Translation:
Aequitas Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Equity of the emperor. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 14.287–20.72 g;Diameter varies: 29.8–30.9 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Aequitas, the Roman goddess of fairness and equality, on its reverse side. This is fitting, given that the coin's name, Sestertius, means "one-fourth" in Latin, and the coin was likely used for everyday transactions and commerce. The image of Aequitas serves as a reminder of the importance of fairness and equality in financial dealings.
