Roman Empire, Gordian III (238-244 CE), Silver Denarius, Obv: radiant, draped and cuirassed bust of the emperor facing right, legend "IMP CAES GORDIANVS PIVS AVG" (Emperor Caesar Gordianus, Dutiful Augustus) around the field, Rev: Mars, helmeted and in military uniform, standing facing left, three-pronged branch held up in his right hand, a reversed spear support him in his left and a shield visible on his back, legend "VIRTVS AVG" (Virtuous Augustus) around the field, 4.4g, 21.48mm, (RIC # 56), about extremely fine, Scarce.