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A work made of silver.

Antoninianus (Coin) Portraying Emperor Decius

about 249

Roman, minted in Rome

Roman Empire

The front (obverse) of this coin portrays the head of Emperor Decius, facing to the right. On the back (reverse), Virtus (Valor) is depicted holding a branch and spear.

Silver

Arts of Greece, Rome, and Byzantium