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Antoninianus with bust of Gordian III
Roman
Imperial Period
A.D. 238–239
Mint: Rome
Medium/Technique
Silver
Dimensions
Diameter: 22 mm. Weight: 3.77 gm. Die Axis: 6
Credit Line
Gift of F. Monroe Endicott
Accession Number34.1293
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CollectionsAncient Greece and Rome
ClassificationsNumismatics – Tokens and contorniates
DescriptionObverse: Bust of Gordian III, radiate, draped and cuirassed to right.
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Reverse: Virtus (Valor) helmeted standing left, leaning on shield and holding spear.
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Reverse: Virtus (Valor) helmeted standing left, leaning on shield and holding spear.
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ProvenanceBy date unknown: F. Monroe Endicott Collection; gift of F. Monroe Endicott to MFA, November 1, 1934