Sestertius (Coin) Portraying Emperor Volusian

Art Institute of Chicago

Sestertius (Coin) Portraying Emperor Volusian

Roman, minted in Rome

Date
251-253
Medium
Bronze
Culture
Roman Empire
Department
Arts of Greece, Rome, and Byzantium
Institution
Art Institute of Chicago

The front (obverse) of this coin portrays the emperor Volusian, facing right and wearing a crown of Laurels. On the back (reverse), the goddess of Peace is depicted standing, facing left and holding an olive branch and sceptre.

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Object type
AAT300037334

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