Gordian III Antoninianus, Fides reverse
RIC IV Gordian III 209b · 242 AD-244 AD · Antiocheia Syria
Obverse
Reverse
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Obverse
IMP GORDIANVS PIVS FEL AVG
Bust of Gordian III, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
FIDES MILITVM
Fides, draped, standing left, holding a standard in each hand
About This Type
This RIC IV Gordian III 209b is an antoninianus of Gordian III (242 AD-244 AD), struck at the Antiocheia Syria mint. The reverse depicts Fides, draped, standing left, holding a standard in each hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 4.22g, 23mm diameter.
About the Antoninianus
The antoninianus (also called the radiate or double-denarius) was introduced by Caracalla in 215 AD. Identified by the radiate crown on the emperor's portrait, it was nominally worth two denarii. The denomination underwent severe debasement during the third-century crisis, becoming essentially bronze by the 260s.
About the Antiocheia Syria Mint
Antiocheia (modern Antakya, Turkey) was one of the major eastern mints, operating from the Seleucid period through the late Roman Empire. It produced large volumes of silver and bronze coinage for the eastern provinces.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC IV Gordian III 209b?
- RIC IV Gordian III 209b is a Silver Antoninianus of Gordian III (242 AD-244 AD) struck at the Antiocheia Syria mint cataloged under RIC vol. IV no. IV Gordian III 209b.
- How do you identify RIC IV Gordian III 209b?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Gordian III, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP GORDIANVS PIVS FEL AVG. The reverse depicts Fides, draped, standing left, holding a standard in each hand with the inscription FIDES MILITVM. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC IV Gordian III 209b?
- RIC IV Gordian III 209b was struck in Silver, standard weight 4.22g, diameter 23mm, die axis 1 h, struck.
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