Description: Gordian III (238 - 244 AD). AE Sestertius, Rome mint 238-9 AD. IMP CAES M ANT GORDIANVS AVG; laureate, draped bust right / PROVIDENTIA AVG, S-C; Providentia standing left holding globe and spear.

Diameter: AE28 mm

Weight: 16,64 g

Grade: VF/VF

Attribution: RIC 257a

Commentary: splendid, sharp example with wonderful green patina; including collector's original card with detailed description and photos

History: Gordian III married the daughter of his pretorian prefect, Timesitheus.

Article Number: 016-03-01-41652