Coin Depicting the Hero Perseus
178-168 BCE
Bronze
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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 of this coin depicts the mythical hero Perseus, facing right and wearing a Phrygian cap. On the back, a standing eagle is shown.
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