Casae Tetrassarion - Gordian III, 238 – 244
ΚΑϹΑΤΩΝ; Casae
Information
Country
Casae
Casae
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetrassarion
Year
238 – 244
Ruler
Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus)
(238–244)
Composition
Orichalcum
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
13.44
Diameter (mm)
32
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetrassarion from Casae. Issued from 238 to 244. Struck in Orichalcum. Measures 32 mm and weighs 13.44 g.
- Obverse
- Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Gordian III, right, seen from rear. (Imperator Caesar Marcus Antonius Gordianus Augustus)
- Reverse
- Athena seated left, holding patera and spear
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (238-244) | — |
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