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Gordian III, Sestertius, Emperor Reverse
Æ; 32mm/19.2gm Rome mint, struck c. 241 AD
Con/ Good Very Fine; eye-pleasing glossy two-toned natural green patina, perfect centering and bold legends on both sides; reverse figure of Emperor in high relief and elegantly styled.
Obv/ IMP GORDIANVS PIVS FEL AVG; Laur., dr. and cuir. bust right
Rev/ PM TR P III COS II PP S-C; Gordian, in military garb, standing right, holding globe and spear
Ref/ RIC Vol IVc, 305
Seller's Note/ Exceptional on a round, not rectangular, flan. Scarce in this condition!