Watch List notes:

Gordian III (238-244 ). AR Denarius, 240 AD. D/ IMP GORDIANVS PIVS FEL AVG. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right. R/ VENVS VICTRIX. Venus standing left, holding helmet and sceptre, leaning on shield. RIC 131. AR. g. 2.40 mm. 20.50 R. Rare. A superb expressive portrait. Lovely light iridescent tone. EF/About EF.

Ex Artemide 11E, lot 451.