GORDIAN III
238–244 AD
Gordian III came to the throne as a teenager during the turbulent Year of the Six Emperors in AD 238. His reign brought a measure of stability after the chaos of the preceding months, aided by capable advisors and the support of the Senate. Much of his rule was dominated by campaigns against Persia, during which he achieved early successes before dying in AD 244 under uncertain circumstances. His coinage is extensive, stylistically refined, and reflects both traditional Roman virtues and the optimism of a youthful emperor.
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WRS 5941 — Antoninianus
Ar Antoninianus. Mint of Antioch. FORTVNA REDVX. Fortuna seated left holding rudder and cornucopiae. RSC 98a.
£65.00
WRS 9275 — Antoninianus
Ar Antoninianus. LIBERALITAS AVG III. Liberalitas standing half‑left holding abacus and cornucopiae. RSC 142.
£35.00
WRS 5951 — Antoninianus
Ar Antoninianus. PROVIDENTIA AVG. Providentia standing half‑left holding globe and transverse sceptre. RSC 302. Early style portrait, similar to Balbinus.
£100.00
WRS 5954 — Antoninianus
Ar Antoninianus. VICTORIA AETERNA. Victory standing left, holding palm and leaning on shield resting on captive. RSC 353.
£65.00
WRS 6554 — Antoninianus
Ar Antoninianus. VICTORIA AVG. Victory advancing left. RSC 357. Early style portrait, similar to Balbinus.
£100.00
WRS 10873 — Denarius
Ar Denarius. VIRTVTI AVGVSTI. Hercules standing right, hand on hip, resting on club set on rock; lion skin beside. RSC 403.
£95.00
