Smyrna (AD 238-244) AE 29 - Gordian III

Gordian III, 238-244 AD. AE29 - 6 Assaria (14.76g, 12h). Homonoia with Philadelphia in Lydia. Pollianos, strategos. Struck 238-240 AD. Laureate, draped, and cuirassed bust right / The Amazon Smyrna standing right, foot on prow, holding bipennis over shoulder and clasping hand of Tyche of Philadelphia standing left, holding scepter. VF, green patina, rough surfaces.

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Filename:	2170274.jpg
City/Mint name:	Smyrna
Keywords:	roman / bronze
References:	Klose group B, 3 (V2/R3); Franke & NollÃ© 2251-2 (same dies); RPC VII 332 (A4/R1)
Valuation:	CNG Elec. Auc. 217 (8/2009), lot 274 ($473)
Photo courtesy of:	Classical Numismatic Group - www.cngcoins.com
Filesize:	195 KiB
Date added:	Nov 29, 2009
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