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Gordian III (238-244). AR Denarius, Rome mint, 240 AD. Obv. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. Venus standing facing, head left, holding helmet and sceptre, leaning on shield set on ground to right. RIC 131. 3.08 g. 20.50 mm. Lustrous. EF.