Æ25 - Gordian III ΛΑΜΨ

€2.00
IssuerLampsacus (Conventus of Adramyteum)
Year238-244
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value
Currency
CompositionBronze
Weight8.15 g
Dimensions25 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) VII.1#46
Obverse descriptionLaureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Gordian III, right, seen from rear
Obverse script
Obverse letteringΑΥ Κ Μ ΑΝ ΓΟΡΔΙΑΝΟ
(Translation: Emperor Caesar Marcus Antonius Gordianus)
Reverse descriptionAthena standing left, holding patera and spear against which rests shield
Reverse script
Reverse letteringΛΑΜΨ
(Translation: Lamps[---])
Edge
Mint
MintageND (238-244)  - -
Catalog ID8529901480
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