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Denarius (Coin) Portraying Emperor Domitian

77-78
Silver

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FROM THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO’S CATALOG

The front (obverse) of this coin portrays the head of Emperor Domitian, facing to the right. The back (reverse) depicts an armed horseman, facing right.

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