Gordian III. AD 238-244. Æ Sestertius (28.5mm, 24.15 g, 12h). Rome mint, 3rd officina. 8th-11th emissions, late AD 240-early 243. Good VF.

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Lot: 580. Estimated: $ 150

Roman Imperial, Bronze

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Gordian III. AD 238-244. Æ Sestertius (28.5mm, 24.15 g, 12h). Rome mint, 3rd officina. 8th-11th emissions, late AD 240-early 243. Laureate, draped, and cuirassed bust right / Laetitia standing left, holding wreath and anchor. RIC IV 300a; Banti 38. Even dark brown patina, minor doubling on reverse, minor flan crack. Good VF.

From the Leo and Paula Gorelkin Collection. Ex Classical Numismatic Group Electronic Auction 391 (15 February 2017), lot 514.


Closing Date and Time: 15 November 2023 at 13:13:00 ET.

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