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ClassificationsGreek and Roman Art

Roman Coin

Possible OriginCorinth, Greece, Europe

CultureRoman

PeriodImperial

Datec. 383-403 CE

MediumCopper Alloy

Credit LineGift of Robert L. Scranton

Dimensions1/2 in., 1/16 oz. (1.3 cm, 1.2 g)

Object number1994.017.048

Label TextObverse: Bust of emperor to right (inscription not legible)

Reverse: [SALVS REIPVBLICAE], with figure of Victory advancing left, carrying trophy over shoulder with right hand, and dragging captive with left In left field, ☧ (inscription not legible, but reconstructed from other examples)

Mint Mark: Not legible

ProvenanceEx coll. Louise (1912-2003) and Dr. Robert L. Scranton (1912-1993), Chicago, Ilinois and Decatur, Georgia.

Status

Not on view

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