Gordian I. AD 238. Æ Sestertius (32mm, 25.16 g, 12h). Rome mint. Struck 1-22 April. Fine.Electronic Auction 576 Roman Imperial, Bronze Estimate: $ 500 |
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Gordian I. AD 238. Æ Sestertius (32mm, 25.16 g, 12h). Rome mint. Struck 1-22 April. Laureate, draped, and cuirassed bust right / Providentia, draped, legs crossed, standing left, holding wand in right hand over globe at feet to left, and cornucopia in left, resting left arm on column. RIC IV 9; BMCRE 5-6; Banti 5. Green patina, numerous cleaning scratches, rough surfaces, earthen encrustation. Fine. |