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Coin Portraying Emperor Arcadius

A work made of bronze.
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  • A work made of bronze.

Date:

383-408

Artist:

Roman

About this artwork

On the front (obverse) of this coin the emperor Arcadius is portrayed, facing right.
On the back (reverse), the goddess Victory is shown crowning the emperor.

Status

Currently Off View

Department

Arts of the Ancient Mediterranean and Byzantium

Culture

Ancient Roman

Title

Coin Portraying Emperor Arcadius

Place

Roman Empire (Minted in)

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383 CE–408 CE

Medium

Bronze

Inscriptions

Obverse: ... ARCADI ...

Dimensions

Diam.: 1.7 cm (11/16 in.)

Credit Line

Gift of Mrs. William Nelson Pelouze

Reference Number

1923.1378

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