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A work made of silver.

Denarius (Coin) Portraying Emperor Domitian

95-96

Roman, minted in Rome

Roman Empire

The front (obverse) of this coin portrays the head of Emperor Domitian, facing to the right. On the back, the goddess Pallas (Minerva) strides to the left, armed with a shield and spear.

Silver

Arts of Greece, Rome, and Byzantium