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A work made of silver.

Denarius (Coin) Portraying Emperor Elagabalus

218-222

Roman

Rome

The front (obverse) of this coin portrays the head of Emperor Elagabalus, laureate, and facing to the right. The back (reverse), depicts the goddess Roma seated left holding Victory and a sceptre, with a shield behind.

Silver

Arts of Greece, Rome, and Byzantium