Classical Numismatic Group > Electronic Auction 558 | Auction date: 20 March 2024 |
Lot number: 643 Price realized: 500 USD (Approx. 460 EUR) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | Show similar lots on CoinArchives Find similar lots in upcoming auctions on |
Lot description: Gordian III. As Caesar, AD 238. Æ Sestertius (30mm, 22.41 g, 12h). Rome mint. 1st emission of Balbinus and Pupienus, circa April-June AD 238. Bareheaded and draped bust right / Emblems of the pontificate: lituus, secespita, patera, guttus, simpulum, and aspergillum. RIC IV 3; Banti 59. Dark brown-green and red patina, slight roughness, some gentle smoothing. VF. A lovely coin in hand with a striking portrait. Ex Classical Numismatic Group 87 (18 May 2011), lot 1060. Estimate: 400 USD |