Æ24 - Gordian III and Abgar X Edessa mint

Issuer Osroene, Kingdom of
Year 239-242
Type Standard circulation coin
Value
Currency
Composition Bronze
Weight 8.9 g
Diameter 24 mm
Thickness
Shape Round (irregular)
Technique Hammered
Orientation Variable alignment ↺
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) RPC Online VII.2#3016
Obverse description Laureate head of Gordian III to right, with drapery on left shoulder, star in front.
Obverse script Greek
Obverse lettering ΑΥΤΟΚ Κ Μ ΑΝΤ ΓΟΡΔΙΑΝΟC CEΒ
(Translation: Emperor Caesar Marcus Antonios Gordianus, Venerable.)
Reverse description Draped bust of Abgar X to right, wearing tiara, star behind.
Reverse script Greek
Reverse lettering ΑΒΓΑΡΟC ΒΑCΙΛEΥC
(Translation: King Abgar.)
Edge
Mint
Mintage ND (239-242) - -
Numisquare ID 1825875360
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