Æ17 - Gordian III ΠΑΛΤΗΝΩΝ

€2.00
IssuerPaltus (Syria Coele)
Year238-239
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value
Currency
CompositionBronze
Weight3.74 g
Dimensions17 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) VII.2#3531
Obverse descriptionLaureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Gordian III, right, seen from front
Obverse script
Obverse letteringΑΥΤ Κ Μ Α ΔΙΑΝΟ
(Translation: Emperor Caesar Marcus A[---]Gordianus)
Reverse descriptionFigure standing left, holding corn ears (?) and torch or sceptre
Reverse script
Reverse letteringΠΑΛΤΗΝΩΝ
(Translation: of the Paltans [---])
Edge
Mint
MintageND (238-239)  - -
Catalog ID1102024470
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