Tetradrachm (Coin) Portraying Emperor Gallienus

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Arts of the Ancient Mediterranean and Byzantium

253-268

Roman

The front (obverse) of this coin portrays the emperor Gallienus, facing right and wearing a crown of laurels.

On the back (reverse), an eagle is depicted holding a wreath in its beak.

Status: Currently Off View
Department: Arts of the Ancient Mediterranean and Byzantium

Artist: Ancient Roman
Title: Tetradrachm (Coin) Portraying Emperor Gallienus
Origin: Roman Empire
Date: 253 CE–268 CE
Medium: Billon
Dimensions: Diam. 2.4 cm; 11.92 g
Credit Line: Gift of Mrs. William Nelson Pelouze
Reference Number: 1923.1385
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Mrs. William Nelson (Helen T.) Pelouze (1866-1953), Chicago; given to the Art Institute of Chicago, 1923.

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