Gordian III (238-244 ). AE Sestertius, Rome mint. IMP GORDIANVS PIVS FEL AVG. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right. / AETERNITATI AVG SC. Sol standing front, head left, raising right hand and holding globe. RIC IV 297a; C. 43. AE. 18.72 g. 29.00 mm. R. A choice example, with a masterly engraved portrait. Lovely enamel-like dark green patina, minor spots of corrosion on reverse, otherwise EF/About EF.