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Greek: CM.MC.8908-R

Object information

Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Ruler: Gordian III (238-244)
Ruler: Tranquillina (AD 241-44) (Struck in the name of)
Mint: Perga

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1906-11-22) by McClean, J. R.

Dating

241 - 244

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter 25 mm Weight 9.51 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bust of Tranquillina, right, wearing stephane; crescent behind shoulder; border of dots.

  • Text: CAB??�TPAN KV?????? AV
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: On the left, winged Nike advancing to crown Artemis, with short torch and bow; border of dots.

  • Text: ?EP?AIAC APT?MI?OC; ACV?OV in exergue.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.MC.8908-R
Primary reference Number: 236184
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Audit data

Created: Monday 9 September 2019 Updated: Monday 9 September 2019 Last processed: Wednesday 13 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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