Gordian III. Æ 34 of ODESSOS in Thrace. Radiate, draped and cuirassed half-length bust l. raising hand and holding globe. Rv. Gordian standing l., holding globe in outstretched hand and scepter. BMC--, SNG Cop.-- (cf.SNG Cop.679 for similar types, i.e. Gordian l. sacrificing over altar). Attractive deep olive-green, near black. Choice Very Fine. (Est. $1,000-$1,500)
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