Gordian III, As Caesar, Rome

Description

GORDIAN III, A.D. 238-244.

Antoninianus, Rome mint, (RIC IV).

Obverse: Radiate, draped, cuirassed bust, right.

Legend: IMP CAES M ANT GORDIAVS AVG (Caesar).

Reverse: Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding wreath in extended right hand, palm, sloped over left shoulder, in left hand.

Legend: VICTORIA AVG.

SIilver, 4.43g, 22.5mm (max).

Grade: gVF.