Gordian III, AD 238-244. Denarius (Silver, 21 mm, 3.24 g, 11 h), Rome, 240. IMP GORDIANVS PIVS FEL AVG Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Gordian III to right. Rev. VENVS VICTRIX Venus standing left, holding helmet with the extended right hand and scepter with the left, leaning on shield set on ground. RIC 131. RSC 347. Lustrous, sharp and well centered. Extremely fine.