Ancient Roman

Denarius (Coin) Depicting the God Apollo

49 BCE
Silver

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FROM THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO’S CATALOG

The front (obverse) of this coin depicts the god Apollo, facing right with his hair rolled at sides held in place by a rope. On the back (reverse), a club is shown standing upright.

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