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Sestertius - Gordian III LIBERALITAS AVG II S C; Liberalitas
| Bronze | 17.5 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 | 17.5 g |
| Diameter | 30.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#281048 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Liberalitas, draped, standing front, head left, holding abacus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERALITAS AVG II S C
Translation:
Liberatlitas Augusti Secunda. Senatus Consultum.
Second liberality of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 14.348–21.25 g;Diameter varies: 29.4–31.5 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Gordian III coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Liberalitas, who represents liberality, generosity, and abundance. The coin's design highlights the importance of these values in Roman culture and suggests that the emperor Gordian III was promoting these ideals during his reign.
