Gordian III IOVI STATORI Silver Antoninianus RIC # 84

🏛️ Gordian III RIC #84 Denarius – Ancient Roman Silver Coin – VF/EF – Very Fine / Extremely Fine

🔍 Coin Details:

Emperor: Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus)

Reign: AD 238–244

Denomination: Antoninianus

Mint: Rome

Date Minted: Circa AD 241

Obverse: IMP GORDIANVS PIVS FEL AVG – Bust of Gordian III, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right.

Reverse: IOVI STATORI: Jupiter, nude, standing front, head right, holding long sceptre in right hand & thunderbolt in left hand.

Reference: RIC IV.3 #84

Composition: Billon (approx. 45% silver)

Weight: 4.89 grams

Diameter: 23.00 mm

🧮 Grade & Condition

Based on the image:

Strike: Well-centered with clear legends and devices.

Surface: Light toning with minimal wear.

Estimated Grade: Very Fine (VF) to Extremely Fine (EF)

This particular specimen is well-struck and beautifully preserved, graded Very Fine to Extremely Fine. The legends are crisp, and the reverse figure of Jupiter stands out with remarkable clarity. A must-have for collectors of Roman imperial coinage or mythology-themed numismatics.

Specifications:

RIC Reference: IV.3 #84