Ruler:
Gordian III (238-244)
Mint:
Koinon of Asia
Method of acquisition: Given (1906-11-22) by McClean, J. R.
238 - 244
Object composed of bronze Diameter 37.5 mm Weight 18.94 g
Inscription present: Draped bust of Gordian, right, laureate; border of dots.
Inscription present: On the left, Asia standing right, turreted and in long chiton, leaning with left hand on sceptre and with right hand pouring libation from patera over blazing altar; facing her, right, the Amazon Smyrna, turreted and wearing short chiton; in her right hand, tetrastyle temple; bipennis, shield and chlamys in left hand; plain exergue line; border of dots.
Accession number: CM.MC.8330-R
Primary reference Number: 235610
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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