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A work made of gold.

Aureus (Coin) Portraying Emperor Domitian

90-91, issued by Domitian

Roman, minted in Rome

Rome

Obverse: Head of Domitian right, laureate
Reverse: Athena Promachos advancing right, in helmet and aegis, raised spear in right hand, round shield in left

Gold

Arts of Greece, Rome, and Byzantium