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Sestertius with Head of Herennia Etruscilla (Obverse) and Personification of Modesty Holding Veil and Sceptre (Reverse)
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
ClassificationsGreek and Roman Art

Sestertius with Head of Herennia Etruscilla (Obverse) and Personification of Modesty Holding Veil and Sceptre (Reverse)

CultureRoman
PeriodImperial, reign of Trajan Decius
Date249-251 CE
MediumBronze
Dimensions1 1/8 in. (2.9 cm)
Object numberX.0544
Exhibition HistoryEUMAA Permanent Collection Gallery, June 11, 1987
EUMAA Permanent Collection Gallery, March 1990
Status
Not on view
Collections
  • Greek and Roman Art
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