Ancient Roman Imperial Coins - Gordian III - Venus Denarius. 241-242 AD Rome mint. Obv: IMP GORDIANVS PIVS FIL AVG legend with laureate and draped bust right. Rev: VENVS VICTRIX legend with Venus standing left holding helmet and sceptre, resting on shield. RIC 131; RSC 347; Sear 8683. 3.98 grams. ("). Near as struck.