Æ29 - Gordian III ΤΙΑΝΩΝ

€2.00
IssuerTium (Bithynia and Pontus)
Year238-244
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value
Currency
CompositionBronze
Weight12.41 g
Dimensions29 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) VII.2#2135
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 descriptionBoule (?) and Demos (?) standing facing, both with sceptre, clasping hands over lighted altar
Reverse script
Reverse letteringΤΙΑΝΩΝ
(Translation: of the Tians)
Edge
Mint
MintageND (238-244)  - -
Catalog ID8533288760
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