Roman Provincial
CILICIA. Tarsos. Gordian III (238-244 AD).
AE Hexassarion (34mm 23.72g).
Obv: AΥT K M ANT ΓOΡΔIANOC CЄB / Π - Π Radiate, draped and cuirassed bust of Gordian III to right, seen from behind, holding spear and shield decorated with gorgoneion.
Rev: ΤΑΡCΟΥ ΜΗΤΡΟ / A / M / K / Β - Γ Gordian III on horseback to right, about to spear lion running right.
SNG Levante 1132 var. (differing reverse legend). SNG Paris 1722 var. (differing reverse legend)