Carallia Tetrassarion - Gordian III, 238 – 244
ΚΑΡΑΛΛΙΩΤΩΝ; Carallia
Information
Country
Carallia
Carallia
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
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
16.05
Diameter (mm)
31
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetrassarion from Carallia. Issued from 238 to 244. Struck in Orichalcum. Measures 31 mm and weighs 16.05 g.
- Obverse
- Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Gordian III, right, seen from rear. (Imperator Caesar Marcus Antonius Gordianus Augustus)
- Reverse
- Athena standing left, holding Nike and spear.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (238-244) | — |
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