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A work made of silver.

Siliqua (Coin) Portraying Emperor Valens

364-378

Roman, minted in Trier

Trier

The front (obverse) of this coin portrays the emperor Valens, facing right and wearing a diadem.
On the back (reverse), the goddess Roma is depicted seated, holding the diminutive figure of Victory and a sceptre.

Silver

Arts of Greece, Rome, and Byzantium