Æ28 - Gordian III ΤΙΑΝΩΝ

€2.00
IssuerTium (Bithynia and Pontus)
Year238-244
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value
Currency
CompositionBronze
Weight11.08 g
Dimensions28 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) VII.2#2138
Obverse descriptionRadiate, draped and cuirassed bust of Gordian III, left, seen from rear, holding spear pointing forward and shield (decorated with quadriga)
Obverse script
Obverse letteringΜ ΑΝΤ ΓΟΡΔΙΑΝΟϹ Α
(Translation: Marcus Antonius Gordianus Augustus)
Reverse descriptionSarapis seated left, extending arm over Cerberus, and holding sceptre
Reverse script
Reverse letteringΤΙΑΝΩΝ
(Translation: of the Tians)
Edge
Mint
MintageND (238-244)  - -
Catalog ID7971628060
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