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A work made of silver.

Denarius (Coin) Portraying Emperor Domitian

88-89

Roman, minted in Rome

Roman Empire

The front (obverse) of this coin portrays the head of Emperor Domitian, facing right. The back (reverse) depicts Pallas standing to the left and holding a spear, with a shield at her feet.

Silver

Arts of Greece, Rome, and Byzantium