Pentassarion - Gordian III (Demeter; Odessos)

Overview

The Pentassarion - Gordian III (Demeter; Odessos) is a denomination coin issued by Odessos, with significant collectible value and historical importance.

Basic Information

• Issuing Country: Odessos
• Issuing Authority: Odessos
• Denomination:
• Category: coin
• Start Year: 238
• End Year: 244
• Composition: Bronze
• Weight: 10.65g
• Diameter: 25.00mm

Coin Images

Obverse

Reverse

Design Features

Obverse Design

Bust of Gordian III to the right, laureate, draped, cuirassed, facing the bust of Sarapis to the left, wearing calathos on head, draped.

Reverse Design

Demeter standing to the left, wearing chiton and peplos, holding a sceptre in left hand and a branch in right hand; letter E in left field.

Collectible Value

This coin has unique historical value and collecting significance, making it an important piece for numismatists and coin collectors.