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A work made of silver.

Denarius (Coin) Portraying Plautilla

202-205, issued by Septimius Severus

Roman, minted in Rome

Rome

The front (obverse) of this coin portrays the profile head of Plautilla, facing right and draped. The back (reverse) depicts the imperial couple, Caracalla and Plautilla, clasping hands.

Silver

Arts of Greece, Rome, and Byzantium