Gordian III; AE Sestertius; bust of Gordian/legend in wreath
Description:
Gordian III (238 - 244 AD). AE Sestertius, Rome mint 238-9 AD. IMP CAES M ANT GORDIANVS AVG; laureate, draped, and cuirassed bust right / VOTIS-DECENNA-LIBVS-S C in four lines within laurel wreath.
Diameter:
AE30 mm
Weight:
19,82 g
Grade:
gF/aVF
Attribution:
RIC V 263a; Cohen 410
Commentary:
one of the rarest sestertii of Gordian III; green patina with bronze highlights, well centered, good reverse
History:
Votis Decennalibus were the vows for ten years well-being of the emperor.
Article Number:
025-03-05-41652