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Gordian III, Sestertius, Apollo Reverse

Æ; 30mm/18.3gm  Rome mint, struck c. 239 AD

Con/ Exceptional glossy dark green patina, perfect centering and bold legends on both sides; figure of Apollo in high relief and elegantly styled. Small scuff on the emperors cheek, otherwise, Extremely Fine

Obv/ IMP GORDIANVS PIVS FEL AVG; Laur., dr. and cuir. bust r., as seen from behind

Rev/ PM TR P IIII COS II PP S C; Apollo seated left, leaning back with his left arm resting on a lyre; holding branch in right hand

Ref/ RIC Vol 4c, 302

Seller's Note/ This remarkable issue was certainly lost in the ground not long after striking as it shows little to no circulation.