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Sestertius of Gordian III

Sestertius of Gordian III

r. 238 - 244 CE

Gordian III

Roman

Obverse: Bust of Gordian III, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right Reverse: Virtus, helmeted, in military attire, standing front, head left, holding branch in right hand and spear in left hand; against right side, shield resting

Bronze

Roman Imperial period

Coins