Nicaea Assarion - Gordianus III, 238 – 244
NIKAIEΩN; Standards; Nicaea
Information
Country
Nicaea
Nicaea
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Assarion
Year
238 – 244
Ruler
Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus)
(238–244)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
2.8
Diameter (mm)
18
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Assarion from Nicaea. Issued from 238 to 244. Struck in Bronze. Measures 18 mm and weighs 2.8 g.
- Obverse
- Radiate, draped and cuirassed bust of Gordian to right, seen from rear
- Reverse
- Three standards decorated on top with wreaths and Aquila.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (238-244) | — |
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