Seleucia ad Calycadnum Tetrassarion - Gordianus III, 238 – 244
CEΛEΥΚEΩΝ ΤΩ ΠΡΟC ΚΑΛΥΚΑΔΝ; Seleucia ad Calycadnum
Information
Country
Seleucia ad Calycadnum
Seleucia ad Calycadnum
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetrassarion
Year
238 – 244
Ruler
Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus)
(238–244)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
13
Diameter (mm)
30
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetrassarion from Seleucia ad Calycadnum. Issued from 238 to 244. Struck in Bronze. Measures 30 mm and weighs 13 g.
- Obverse
- Radiate, draped and cuirassed bust of Gordian III, right, seen from rear. ("Antony Gordian, Venerable")
- Reverse
- Athena advancing right, brandishing thunderbolt, holding shield, attacking serpent-footed giant hurling stone with right hand. ("Seleucia ad Calycadnum")
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (238-244) | — |
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