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A work made of bronze.

Dupondius (Coin) Portraying Emperor Vespasian

69-79

Roman

Ancient Mediterranean

The front (obverse) of this coin portrays the radiate head of Emperor Vespasian, facing left. The back (reverse) depicts the goddess Concordia, standing to the left.

Bronze

Arts of Greece, Rome, and Byzantium