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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Gordian III PIETAS AVGG S C
238 year| Bronze | 19.2 g | 30.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Balbinus (Decimus Caelius Calvinus Balbinus) (238) Pupienus (Marcus Clodius Pupienus Maximus) (238) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 238 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 19.2 g |
| Diameter | 30.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280653 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Priestly emblems: jug between lituus, knife and patera on the left and simpulum and sprinkler on right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PIETAS AVGG S C
Translation:
Pietas Duorum Augustorum. Senatus Consultum.
Piety of the two emperors (Augusti). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 14.25–24.04 g;Diameter varies: 28–32 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 (PIETAS AVGG S C) (238) coin is that it features a unique reverse design that showcases the Roman Empire's military might. The coin's reverse side depicts a Roman legionary standing triumphantly over a defeated barbarian, symbolizing the empire's victory over its enemies and highlighting the power and authority of the Roman state. This design was particularly significant during the reign of Gordian III, who was known for his military campaigns against the Persians and his efforts to defend the empire's borders.
