Ancient Roman Silver Antoninianus of Gordian III (243–244 AD) – Fortuna Reverse – RIC 143 Such vessels were likely used

Such vessels were likely used in ceremonial or elite domestic contexts and may have held food

Height: 7 in

The surface exhibits natural earthen encrustation with traces of remaining pigment

with a wreath in the left field

The pair displays excellent craftsmanship and a beautiful ancient surface developed over centuries

Ancient Roman Silver Antoninianus of Gordian III (243–244 AD) – Fortuna Reverse – RIC 143 Such vessels were likely usedRoman Imperial silver antoninianus struck under Emperor Gordian III at Rome, circa 243244 AD. The obverse features a radiate, draped, and cuirassed bust of Gordian III facing right with the legend IMP GORDIANVS PIVS FEL AVG. The reverse depicts Fortuna seated left, holding a rudder set on the ground in her right hand and a cornucopia in her left, with a wheel beneath the seat. Legend reads FORT REDVX, symbolizing safe return and divine guidance. Well