Gordian III, Denarius

Roman Imperial Denarius of Gordian III, silver denomination struck at Rome under the authority of Emperor Gordian III during his reign 238-244 CE, dated to 238-244 CE; weight 3.63 g, diameter 19 mm. Obverse: legend IMP GORDIANVS PIVS FEL AVG surrounding a right-facing laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of the youthful emperor. Reverse: inscription VENVS VICTRIX encircling Venus standing left, helmet in right hand, sceptre in left, resting on a shield set on the ground. Sharply hammered on a compact flan with centrally placed dies; surfaces display light silver-grey cabinet toning with subtle iridescence. Reference: RIC IV Gordian III 131.