Rare Gordian I Tetradrachm

281, Lot: 248. Estimate $400. Sold for $900. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

EGYPT, Alexandria. Gordian I. AD 238. BI Tetradrachm (23mm, 12.25 g, 12h). Dated RY 1 (AD 238). Laureate, draped, and cuirassed bust right / Athena seated left, holding Nike and spear; shield at side. Köln 2600; Dattari (Savio) 10150; K&G 68.6. Near VF, a bit rough. Rare.