Marcianopolis Pentassarion - Gordianus III and Tranquillina, 238 – 244
Information
Country
Marcianopolis
Marcianopolis
Currency
Reform of Caracalla Antoninianus
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Pentassaria
Year
238 – 244
Ruler
Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus)
(238–244)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
14.3
Diameter (mm)
30
Thickness (mm)
3.4
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Pentassaria from Marcianopolis. Issued from 238 to 244. Struck in Bronze. Measures 30 mm and weighs 14.3 g.
- Obverse
- Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Gordian III right vis-a-vis draped and diademed bust of Tranquillina left. (The emperor caesar Marcus Antoninus Gordianus august and the augusta Tranquillina)
- Reverse
- Nemesis standing left holding scales and cornucopia; wheel at her feet. (The legate Tertullianus from Marcianopolis)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (238-244) | — |
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