433, Lot: 218. Estimate $100. Sold for $220. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

CILICIA, Tarsus. Gordian III. AD 238-244. Æ (37mm, 28.68 g, 6h). Radiate and draped bust right, holding spear and shield decorated with gorgoneion / The Three Graces standing, that in the center with back to viewer. SNG BN 1719; SNG Levante 1131; Staal 45.1.1 (this coin cited, rev. illustrated on Color Pl. 7). Fine, earthen green patina.

From the Dr. Mark Staal Collection of the Three Graces. Ex Gorny & Mosch 122 (10 March 2003), lot 1837.