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© Trustees of the British Museum
Sestertius - Gordian III VICTORIA AVGVSTI S C; Victory
| Bronze | 17.4 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 | 17.4 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#281162 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Gordian III, in military attire, raising right hand and holding sceptre, proceeded by Victory, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVGVSTI S C
Translation:
Victoria Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Victory of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Victory (Victoria) on the reverse side, which was a common motif in Roman coinage, particularly during the reign of Gordian III. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and its ability to conquer and subdue its enemies. The use of Victory on coins also served as a way to promote the idea of Roman supremacy and to reinforce the notion that the Roman Empire was the dominant power of its time.
