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© Numismatik Naumann GmbH
Tetrassarion - Gordian III and Tranquillina
| Bronze | 12 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Tomis (Moesia Inferior) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Empress | Tranquillina (Furia Sabina Tranquillina) (241-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 238-244 |
| Value | Tetrassarion (0.4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#358884 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Athena standing, holding spear with shield resting on ground.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΜΗΤΡΟ ΠΟΝΤΟΥ ΤΟΜΕΩⳞ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetrassarion coin is that it features the first Roman Emperor Gordian III, who was known for his military campaigns against the Sassanid Empire and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's power and prestige.