Gordian III AR Denarius (NGC VF) — Teen Emperor's Crisis Silver
Authentic NGC-certified VF silver denarius from Gordian III — 13-year-old emperor brings 6-year stability to Crisis of 3rd Century before Persian campaign death (AD 238–244).
Youthful Savior Design
• Obverse: Laureate/radiate teen portrait — child emperor legitimacy
• Reverse: Jupiter / Victory / Peace — stability propaganda
Technical Specifications
• Material: Silver (AR Denarius)
• Denomination: Denarius (high-value silver)
• Grade: VF (clear details, moderate wear)
• Reference: G series
• Mints: Rome + imperial
• Date: AD 238–244
Crisis Youth Essential
• Longest 3rd-century reign beats adult emperors
• Senate + grandmother initial control
• Timesitheus Praetorian Prefect father-in-law
• Dies Mesopotamia vs Persia (Philip Arab suspected)
Collector Masterpiece
Teen emperor's VF silver from chaos respite. Gordian III's youthful tragedy essential.
Note: Coins shown are representative examples of grade/type, not actual specimens. For NGC grading standards, see NGC Grading page.
