Gordian III, AD 238-244. Denarius (Silver, 21 mm, 2.61 g, 6 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. Cohen 347. RIC 131. Lustrous, sharp and clear. Obverse struck from a slightly worn die, otherwise, extremely fine.