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Antoninianus (Coin) Portraying Emperor Decius
Ancient Romanabout 249
- Attribution
- Roman, minted in Rome
- Medium
- Silver
- Physical dimensions
- Diam.: 2.3 cm (15/16 in.)
- Credit line
- Gift of William F. Dunham
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The front (obverse) of this coin portrays the head of Emperor Decius, facing to the right. On the back (reverse), Virtus (Valor) is depicted holding a branch and spear.
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