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Notes: Gordian III was Roman emperor from 238 to 244. At the age of 13, he became the youngest sole emperor of the Roman Empire. He was adopted as Caesar by the Joint Emperors Pupienus & Balbinus and, upon their assassinations, ascended to the throne. Gordian III died while battling the Sassanids; however, it is not known whether he died in battle or was killed by his successor Philip the Arab. Coin type: Roman Imperial Ruler: Gordian III (Augustus) Coin: Silver Antoninianus Obverse: IMP GORDIANVS PIVS FEL AVG - Radiate, Draped & Cuirassed Bust of Gordian III Facing Right Reverse: MARS P - ROPVG - Mars in Military Dress Advancing Right Carrying Shield in Left Arm & Holding Spear in Right Hand Mint: Rome (243-244 AD) Wt./Size/Axis: 4.20g / 23mm / 11H References: RIC IV 95 ACJL06