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A work made of bronze.

Sestertius (Coin) Portraying Emperor Gordianus

238-244

Roman

Roman Empire

The front (obverse) of this coin portrays the emperor Gordianus, facing right and wearing a crown of laurels.
On the back (reverse), the goddess Victory is depicted standing, holding a palm front and a shield with a captive at her feet.

Bronze

Arts of Greece, Rome, and Byzantium