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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Gordian III AETERNITATI AVG S C; Aeternitas
| Bronze | 19.2 g | 29.5 mm |
| 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 | 19.2 g |
| Diameter | 29.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#281105 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
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 S C
Translation:
Aeternitati Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
[Dedicated to] the immortal emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 13.408–23.53 g;Diameter varies: 20.5–32 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 Aeternitas, the Roman goddess of eternity, on its reverse side. Aeternitas was an important deity in Roman mythology, often depicted holding a phoenix, symbolizing eternal life and renewal. The inclusion of her image on this coin may suggest that the Roman Empire was emphasizing the idea of eternity and continuity during the reign of Gordian III.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (241-244) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Sestertius - Gordian III (AETERNITATI AVG S C; Aeternitas) (241-244) coin.
