Roman Empire, Gordian III (238-244), AE Sestertius, AD 238-244, mint of Rome

Obv. IMP GORDIANVS PIVS FEL AVG, laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of emperor right, seen from behind.

Rev. P M TR P III COS P P, Gordian in toga, sacrificing from patera on flaming altar; S – C in field.

Orichalcum, 19.49 g, 29.5 mm. RIC 292a.  

Grade: Almost Uncirculated, excellent coin.