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Denarius (Coin) Portraying Emperor Gordian III
Ancient Roman241-243
- Attribution
- Roman, minted in Rome
- Medium
- Silver
- Physical dimensions
- Diam.: 2.1 cm (7/8 in.)
- Credit line
- Gift of William F. Dunham
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The front (obverse) of this coin portrays the head of Emperor Gordian III, facing to the right. The back (reverse) depicts the god Apollo seated with a laurel branch and lyre, facing to the left.
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