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| Ira & Larry Goldberg Coins & Collectibles > Auction 70 | Auction date: 4 September 2012 |
| Lot number: 3145 | |
| Lot description: Jewish Coinage. 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). 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 $400 - 500. |  |
