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Denarius (Coin) Portraying Emperor Trajan

98-117
Silver

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FROM THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO’S CATALOG

The front (obverse) of this coin portrays the head of Emperor Trajan, facing to the right. The back (reverse) depicts the personification of Arabia, standing facing left and holding a branch and a bundle of cinnamon sticks. At her feet stands a camel.

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