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A work made of bronze.

Sestertius (Coin) Portraying Emperor Volusian

251-253

Roman, minted in Rome

Roman Empire

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.

Bronze

Arts of Greece, Rome, and Byzantium