This auction is for a CHOICE, HIGH GRADE authentic ancient Roman provincial bronze coin of Gordian III, Thrace-Hadrianopolis dated 238-244 A.D. On the obverse side: A bust of Gordian III. On the reverse side: An image of Hercules wrestling a Cretan Bull and ancient Greek writing. This rare coin once belonged to David Hendin, author of "Guide to Biblical Coins", David Hendin is known as the #1 authority on ancient biblical coins. This very piece is shown in Hendin catalog 92 #141. One of the most rare and fabulous coins ever seen on ebay. This coin is in Fine+ condition. Measures 27mm across. Found near the Holy Land. This coin comes with a FREE laminated certificate of authenticity(available for $10 on all our other items). All my artifacts are ancient as described, and I offer a lifetime return policy for authenticity reasons. Ask all questions before bidding. S/H will be $3.00 in the US for the first auction, $1.00 each additional auction. International buyers must pay with an International Money Order, we no longer accept Paypal from outside the USA. International registered S/H for this coin is $15, $1 each additional auction. Payment is due within 15 days of auction end. I prefer PAYPAL but I accept Money Orders and Personal Checks as well. Checks must clear before item will be shipped. E-mail me with questions. Happy bidding. Don't forget to check out my other auctions for more great deals on Ancient Jewelry.