CNG 84, Lot: 1243. Estimate $500. Sold for $440. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

Gordian III. AD 238-244. Æ Sestertius (30mm, 22.18 g, 12h). Rome mint, 2nd officina. 12th-13th emissions, AD 243-244. Laureate, draped, and cuirassed bust right / Fortuna seated left, holding rudder and cornucopia; wheel beside throne. RIC IV 331a; Banti 33. Near EF, dark brown patina, traces of red, small flan split. Excellent surface quality.