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Tetrassarion - Gordianus III CEΛEΥΚEΩΝ ΤΩ ΠΡΟC ΚΑΛΥΚΑΔΝ; Seleucia ad Calycadnum
| Bronze | 13 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucia ad Calycadnum (Cilicia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 238-244 |
| Value | Tetrassarion (0.4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#299013 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Athena advancing right, brandishing thunderbolt, holding shield, attacking serpent-footed giant hurling stone with right hand.
Script: Greek
Lettering: CEΛEΥΚEΩΝ ΤΩ ΠΡΟC Κ(ΑΛΥΚ)(ΑΔΝ)
Translation: "Seleucia ad Calycadnum"
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare combination of Greek and Latin inscriptions. The obverse (front) of the coin has the Greek inscription "CEΛEΥΚEΩΝ ΤΩ ΠΡΟC ΚΑΛΥΚΑΔΝ," which translates to "of the Seleucid Empire, from Seleucia ad Calycadnum." The reverse (back) of the coin has the Latin inscription "Gordianus III," indicating that it was issued during the reign of Emperor Gordian III. This blend of languages reflects the cultural diversity of the Seleucid Empire and the influence of Roman rule in the region.