Nicopolis ad Istrum Pentassarion - Gordian III, 238 – 244
ΥΠ CAB MOΔЄCTOΥ NIKOΠOΛЄITΩN / ΠΡOC IΣTΡOΝ; Nicopolis ad Istrum
Information
Country
Nicopolis ad Istrum
Nicopolis ad Istrum
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)
12.69
Diameter (mm)
28
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Pentassaria from Nicopolis ad Istrum. Issued from 238 to 244. Struck in Bronze. Measures 28 mm and weighs 12.69 g.
- Obverse
- Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Gordian III to right, seen from behind.
- Reverse
- Tyche, holding rudder in her right hand and cornucopiae in her left, standing front in tetrastyle temple; in pediment, globe and arrow.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (238-244) | — |
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