Æ24 - Gordian III ΠΡΟΥϹΙΕΩΝ ΠΡΟϹ ΥΠΙΩ

€2.00
IssuerPrusias ad Hypium (Bithynia and Pontus)
Year238-244
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value
Currency
CompositionBronze
Weight6.19 g
Dimensions24 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) VII.2#2045
Obverse descriptionRadiate, draped and cuirassed bust of Gordian III, left, seen from rear, holding spear pointing forward and shield against shoulder (decorated with gorgoneion)
Obverse script
Obverse letteringΜ ΑΝΤ ΓΟΡΔΙΑΝΟϹ ΑΥΓ
(Translation: Marcus Antonius Gordianus Augustus)
Reverse descriptionTyche standing left, holding rudder and cornucopia
Reverse script
Reverse letteringΠΡΟΥϹΙΕΩΝ ΠΡΟϹ ΥΠΙΩ
(Translation: of the Prusians near the Hypios)
Edge
Mint
MintageND (238-244)  - -
Catalog ID7831202370
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