1. Artemide Aste
  2. Artemide LXII (26-27 Oct. 2024)
  3. The Roman Empire
Lot 508:
Gordian III (238-244). AE Sestertius, Rome mint, 240 AD. Obv. IMP GORDIANVS PIVS FEL AVG. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. VIRTVS AVG S C. Virtus, helmeted, in military attire, standing front, head left, holding branch in right hand and spear in left hand; against right side, shield resting. RIC IV 293A; C. 390. AE. 20.42 g. 30.5 mm. Superb example, with fascinating pale green patina. Detailed portrait. Good EF.
Start price € 200
Realized price € 460