Thrace, Hadrianopolis, Gordian III
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Description
Thrace, Hadrianopolis, Gordian III (238 – 244 AD). AÎ¥T K M ANT ΓOΡΔIANOC AVΓ; laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right, from behind / AΔΡIANOÎ OΛEITΩN, City gate with two towers, conical roofs, no doors, four ramparts between towers.
Specifications
| Diameter [mm]: | AE26 |
| Weight [g]: | 10,74 |
| Grade: | aVF/aVF |
| Attribution: | Jurukova 499 (V232/R485); BMC Thrace pg. 121, 43 |
| Commentary: | well centered, dark green patina, good details for type |
Historical Context
Hadrianopolis had a formidable castle built shortly after the foundation of the city and featuring 9 gates, 4 towerd and surrounded by a moat.
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