Lot 2333
City Coinage. Gadara under Gordian III, 238-244 CE. AE 24.5 dated year 303 (239-240 CE). Radiate and cuirassed bust right of Gordian III. Reverse: Galley sailing right with standard bearer on prow, navigator at stern and seven oarsmen; below galley, date. Rosenberger 90; Spij. 96 (these dies). About Extremely Fine.
The galley symbolizes Pompey's naval victories, which were later commemorated by mock sea battles. This staging was called a naumachia.
Estimated Value $350 - 450.
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