Coela Assarion - Gordianus III, 238 – 244
Coela, galley prow type
Information
Country
Coela
Coela
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Assarion
Year
238 – 244
Ruler
Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus)
(238–244)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
4.12
Diameter (mm)
18
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Assarion from Coela. Issued from 238 to 244. Struck in Copper. Measures 18 mm and weighs 4.12 g.
- Obverse
- Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right ("Imperator Caesar Marcus Antoninus Gordianus Augustus" (Emperor Cesar Marcus Antoninus Gordianus August)
- Reverse
- Galley prow surmounted by cornucopiae (“Aelia Municipia / Coelia”)
- Edge
- Smooth
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (238-244) | — | Chaix 122 |
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