For sale is a Roman Provincial billon tetradrachm of Gordian III, struck at Antioch in Syria, Seleucis and Pieria.

The reverse shows the classic Antioch eagle type, with eagle standing facing, wings spread, holding wreath in beak, with ram below.

Details:

• Emperor: Gordian III, AD 238–244
• Denomination: Billon tetradrachm
• Mint: Antioch
• Region: Syria, Seleucis and Pieria
• Metal: Billon / silvered billon
• Weight: 11.57 g
• Diameter: 30 mm
• Obverse: Radiate, draped and cuirassed bust of Gordian III right
• Reverse: Eagle standing facing with wings spread, wreath in beak, ram below
• Condition: Fine+/VF detail in my opinion

The coin has a clear imperial portrait and identifiable eagle-and-ram reverse. There are rough/patchy ancient surfaces, deposits and age-related marks visible, as shown in the photographs.

Please study the photographs carefully, as they form part of the description. The coin shown is the exact coin you will receive.

Securely packed and posted promptly.