Denarius (Coin) Portraying Emperor Vespasian
80-81
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 of this coin portrays the emperor Vespasian, wearing a crown of laurels and facing right. On the back, two capricorns are depicted holding an inscribed shield.
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