Gordian III (238-244 ) and Tranquillina (died 241 AD). AE Pentassarion, Mesembria mint (Thrace). D/ Busts of Gordian, laureate, draped, and Tranquillina, diademed, draped, facing each other. R/ Athena standing left, leaning on shield set on ground and holding spear. Varbanov 4185. Corpus Nummorum Online 469. RPC VII/2 online ID 48445. AE. g. 12.28 mm. 25.00 RR. A very rare type. A superb example with attractive very dark green patina. Good VF.