Thessalonica Æ26 - Gordian III, 238 – 244
ΘΕϹϹΑΛΟΝΕΙΚΕΩΝ ΝΕΩΚΟΡ, ΠΥΘΙΑ; Thessalonica
Information
Country
Thessalonica
Thessalonica
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Æ26 - Gordian III
Year
238 – 244
Ruler
Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus)
(238–244)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
6.5
Diameter (mm)
26
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Æ26 - Gordian III from Thessalonica. Issued from 238 to 244. Struck in Bronze. Measures 26 mm and weighs 6.5 g.
- Obverse
- Radiate, draped and cuirassed bust of Gordian III, right, seen from rear (Imperator Caesar Marcus Antonius Gordianus)
- Reverse
- Agonistic crown with palm branch
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (238-244) | — |
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