Gordian III sestertius, AD 238-244
Item — Box: 2, Item: 48
Scope and Contents
Little is known about his reign but in 242 he set off for the east to direct the Persian campaign. Due to the treachery on the part of Philippus the praetorian prefect the loyalty of the troops was undermined and Gordian was deposed and murdered in Mesopotamia in AD 244.
Dates
- Creation: AD 238-244
Creator
- From the Collection: Handshu, Joel, 1946-1998 (Collector, Person)
Access Restrictions
This collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: 0.8 linear feet (2 boxes, 175 coins)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Physical Description
Obverse: Head of Gordian III
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Repository
Contact:
Special Collections
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Charleston South Carolina 29424
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Special Collections
College of Charleston Libraries
66 George Street
Charleston South Carolina 29424
(843) 953-8016
(843) 953-6319 (Fax)