Gordian III, 238-244. Antoninianus (Silver, 21 mm, 4.17 g, 1 h), Rome, 238. IMP CAES M ANT GORDIANVS AVG Radiate, draped and cuirassed bust of Gordian III to right, seen from behind. Rev. VIRTVS AVG Virtus standing front, head to left, holding spear without barb in her left hand and placing her right hand on shield set on ground. Cohen 381. Michaux 300. RIC 6. Beautifully toned and with a fine portrait. Light scratches, otherwise, good very fine.
From the collection of Dr. Max Blaschegg (1930-2021, with collector's ticket) and that of his father, Dr. Karl Blaschegg (1892-1951).