Denarius (Coin) Portraying Emperor Septimius Severus
200
Silver
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In the collection of Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago · as of July 2026
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FROM THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO’S CATALOG
The front (obverse) of this coin portrays Emperor Septimius Severus, facing right. The back (obverse) depicts Victory flying to the left and holding an open wreath in both hands over a round shield set on a low base.
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