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Æ23 - Gordian III ΝΙΚΟΜΗΔΕΩΝ ΔΙϹ ΝΕΩΚΟΡΩ
| Issuer | Nicomedia (Bithynia and Pontus) |
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| Year | 238-244 |
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| Composition | Bronze |
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| Reverse description | Hermes, the divine messenger and patron of commerce, depicted standing to the left in a nude or semi-draped contrapposto pose. In his right hand he holds a purse, symbolizing his role as god of trade and prosperity, while his left hand grasps a caduceus, his distinctive herald's staff entwined with serpents. The encircling Greek legend proclaims Nicomedia's honorific status as twice neocorate, a prestigious title awarded by Rome signifying the city's right to maintain an imperial cult temple. The reverse design and legend reflect Nicomedia's civic pride and its favored standing within the province of Bithynia and Pontus. |
| Reverse script | Greek |
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| Mint | Nicomedia (modern Izmit, Turkey) |
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