

Gordian III (238-244). AE Sestertius, Rome mint, 244 AD. Obv. IMP GORDIANVS PIVS FEL AVG. Bust of Gordian III, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right. Rev. MARS PROPVGNAT S C. Mars, helmeted, in military attire, hastening right, holding transverse spear in right hand and shield in left hand. RIC IV Gordian III 332A. 17.30 g. 29.00 mm. Lovely olive green patina. About EF/Good VF.