Gordian III (238-244 ). AE Sestertius, Rome mint. Obv. IMP GORDIANVS PIVS FEL AVG. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. AETERNITATI AVG SC. Sol standing front, head left, raising right hand and holding globe. RIC IV 297a; C. 43. 13.21 g. 28.00 mm. R. A choice example, with a masterly engraved portrait. Lovely enamel-like dark green patina, with earthen deposits. About EF/Good VF.