© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Gordian III VICTORIA AETERNA S C; Victory
244 year| Bronze | 19.7 g | 28.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 244 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 19.7 g |
| Diameter | 28.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#281186 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing left, leaning on shield, and holding palm in left hand; under shield, seated captive.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AETERNA S C
Translation:
Victoria Aeterna. Senatus Consultum.
Eternal victory. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 17.79–23.08 g;Diameter varies: 28–29 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 a depiction of the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during this period. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the power and dominance of the Roman Empire, and it was often shown holding a wreath or a palm branch, as seen on this particular coin.
