Thrace, Hadrianopolis, Gordian III
Description:
Thrace, Hadrianopolis, Gordian III (238 - 244 AD). AVT KM ANT ΓΟΡΔIANOC AV; laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right / ΑΔΡΙΑΝΟΠΟΛΕΙΤΩΝ; Hermes standing left, holding purse and caduceus.
Diameter:
AE28 mm
Weight:
14,66 g
Grade:
VF/VF
Attribution:
Youroukova, Hadrianopolis 484 var; Varbanov 3805-7
Commentary:
great green patina, slightly off-center, some roughness on edges
History:
Gordian III was deified after his death, not a common thing in the beginning military crisis of the 3rd century.
Article Number:
015-07-01-41652