88PJL

Gordian III, 238-244 AD, AE As, Jupiter reverse - scarce denomination

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Gordian III, 238-244 AD, AE As, Jupiter reverse - scarce denomination
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Obverse: laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right

Reverse: IOVIS STATOR Jupiter standing left, holding scepter and thunderbolt

RIC 299b

22mm, 10.0 grams

A collector can easily find a Gordian sestertius but rarely does one across the bronze As. These middle bronzes fell out of favor in ancient times and very few were produced. Interesting type in a nicer grade with an attractive patina.