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Sestertius - Gordian III LIBERALITAS AVGVSTI IIII S C
| Bronze | 20.3 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 | 20.3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#281149 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Gordian III, togate, seated left on platform accompanied by Liberalitas and two officers; before, citizen mounting stairs of platform.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERALITAS AVGVSTI IIII S C
Translation:
Liberatlitas Augusti Quarta. Senatus Consultum.
The fourth liberality of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 17.66–22.91 g;Example of this type:
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Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Libertas, which is fitting since the coin was issued during the reign of Gordian III, who was known for his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's economy and military power. The image of Libertas on the coin serves as a symbol of the Roman Empire's values of freedom and prosperity.
