Marcianopolis Pentassarion - Gordian III, 239 – 240
Marcianopolis
Information
Country
Marcianopolis
Marcianopolis
Currency
Reform of Caracalla Antoninianus
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Pentassaria
Year
239 – 240
Ruler
Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus)
(238–244)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
12.46
Diameter (mm)
28
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Pentassaria from Marcianopolis. Issued from 239 to 240. Struck in Bronze. Measures 28 mm and weighs 12.46 g.
- Obverse
- Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Gordian right vis-a-vis laureate and draped bust of Serapis left, wearing kalathos, facing one another.
- Reverse
- Apollo standing facing, head right, placing right hand on head and holding bow in left, E (mark of value) and quiver to left, to right, serpent coiled around tree stump.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (239-240) | — |
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