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Follis (Coin) Portraying Emperor Diocletian
Ancient Roman298-299
- Attribution
- Roman; minted in Carthage (near modern Tunis, Tunisia)
- Medium
- Bronze
- Physical dimensions
- Diam.: 2.9 cm (1 3/16 in.)
- Credit line
- Gift of William F. Dunham
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The front (obverse) of this coin portrays the head of Emperor Diocletian, facing to the right. The back (reverse) depicts the personification of the city of Carthage, standing and holding fruits in each hand.
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