

Gordian III (238-244 ). AR Antoninianus, Rome mint, 240-241. Obv. IMP GORDIANVS PIVS FEL AVG: Radiate, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. VIRTVS AVG: Virtus standing left, leaning on shield and holding spear. RIC IV 71. 4.48 g. 23.50 mm. A superb example, sharply struck on a broad flan. Lovely brilliant surfaces, with golden hues. EF.