Description

Roman Empire.

Emperor Gordian III, A.D. 238-244.

Antoninianus A.D. 241-243.

Obverse: Emperor's radiate draped bust right.

Legend: IMP GORDIANVS PIVS FEL AVG.

Reverse: Jupiter, nude standing front, head right, with sceptre.

Legend: IOVISTATOR, translation: To Jupiter, the Upholder.

Mint: Rome.

Silver, 2.96g, 23mm max.

Catalogue: RIC #85.

Grade: VF.