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Ancient Roman

As (Coin) Portraying Emperor Augustus

34-37
Bronze

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FROM THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO’S CATALOG

The front (obverse) of this coin portrays the emperor Augustus, facing left and wearing a radiate crown. On the back (reverse), an eagle is depicted standing on a globe with its wings spread.

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