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A work made of bronze.

Coin Portraying the Emperor Theodosius

379-395

Roman, minted in Constantinople

Roman Empire

The front (obverse) of this coin portrays the emperor Theodosius. On the back (reverse), Theodosius is shown in military garb standing on a ship, raising his right hand. The goddess Victory, seated, holds the rudder.

Bronze

Arts of Greece, Rome, and Byzantium