Anazarbus Hexassarion - Gordian III, 242 – 243
ΑΝΑΖΑΡΒΟΥ ΕΝΔΟΞ ΜΗΤΡΟ, Γ Β, ΕΤ ΑΞϹ; Anazarbus
Information
Country
Anazarbus
Anazarbus
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Hexassarion
Year
242 – 243
Ruler
Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus)
(238–244)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Hexassarion from Anazarbus. Issued from 242 to 243. Struck in Bronze. Measures 0 mm and weighs 0 g.
- Obverse
- Radiate, draped and cuirassed bust of Gordian III, right, seen from front. (Imperator Caesar Marcus Antonius Gordianus Augustus)
- Reverse
- Male figure with pointed hat seated left, on rock, head right, holding fish trap (?).
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (242-243) | — | Year ΑΞϹ = 261 |
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