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Gordian III Æ Tetrassarion of Deultum, Thrace (Burgas, Bulgaria) Roman Provincial 238-239 AD Copper Coin Aged with Oxidized Green Patina Museum Reproduction CRP0007

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Rare Æ Tetrassarion Roman Provincial (23.5mm, 9.76g.) Gordian III, Deultum, Debelt (Thrace) mint, struck 238-239 A.D. References: Draganov, Deultum 1252-4 (O97/R640); Jurukova, Deultum 251; RPC VII.2 823; Varbanov 2852.

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Gordian III was the grandson of Gordian I and nephew of Gordian II. He was proclaimed Caesar shortly before the murder of Balbinus and Pupienus, and he succeeded them. Little is known about his reign. In 242 A.D. he embarked on a campaign against the Persian Kingdom which was so successful the Persians had to evacuate Mesopotamia. However, Gordian III died shortly after, through illness or the machinations of his Praetorian prefect and successor, Philip I.

The Roman Colony of Deultum (Debelt, Bulgaria today) was founded during the reign of Vespasian on the west shore of Lake Mandren between Anchialus and Apollonia, and settled with veterans of Legio VIII Augusta. The town followed the usual Roman plan, with a very good water supply, sewers, and impressive baths with floor heating. It became one of the richest towns in the province. During the reign Mark Aurelius, Deultum was protected by large fortified walls and for centuries it served as an important communication point and a bulwark against barbarian raids. In 812 Khan Krum conquered Develt (its medieval name), banished the local residents to the north of Danube River, and resettled the town with Bulgarians.
DESIGN:
Obverse side
Laureate and draped bust of Gordian III right
Legend:
IMP GORDIANVS PIVS FEL AVG

Reverse side
River-god Oiskos reclining left, holding reed and cornucopia, resting elbow on urn from which water flows; before, Thalassa reclining right, holding staff; in background, galley under sail left
Legend:
COL FL PAC DEVLT

A perfect choice for Numismatists, Historians, Military Veterans, Collectors.

Weight 9,76 g
Dimensions 23,5 mm

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