This ancient silver coin, issued by Gordian III (234-244) celebrates Venus, the goddess of love. According to numismatic sources these silver coins were issued in honour of Gordians wedding with Sabinia Tranquillina in 241 AD.

Venus is the Roman goddess associated with love, beauty, fertility, prosperity and victory. Through her son Aeneas, who fled to Italy during the fall of Troy, she was the mother of the Roman people and the emperor Julius Cesar claimed her as his ancestor. She was a central figure in many religious festivals and is still today referred as the goddess of Love.

Specifications of this genuine Roman silver coin: