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Lot # 665
Gordian III (238-244). AR Denarius, special issue for marriage with Sabina Tranquillina, Summer 241 AD. Obv. IMP GORDIANVS PIVS FEL AVG. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. DIANA LVCIFERA. Diana standing right, holding lighted torch. RIC IV 127; C. 69. AR. 3.75 g. 20.00 mm. R. Rare. An outstanding example, boldly struck on full flan. Sound metal, brilliant and lovely toned with iridescent hues. EF.
Ex Artemide XLIV, 2015, 270.