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Denarius (Coin) Depicting the Goddess Venus

A work made of silver.
CC0 Public Domain Designation

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  • A work made of silver.

Date:

46-45 BCE

Artist:

Roman, minted in Spain

About this artwork

The front (obverse) of this coin depicts the goddess Venus, facing right wearing a diadem and a beaded necklace. Her hair is rolled at the sides.

On the back (reverse), a trophy is flanked by shields and two seated captives. The female captive at left holds her head in her hands while the male captive at right has his hands tied behind his back.

Status

Currently Off View

Department

Arts of the Ancient Mediterranean and Byzantium

Artist

Ancient Roman

Title

Denarius (Coin) Depicting the Goddess Venus

Origin

Roman Empire

Date

46 BCE–45 BCE

Medium

Silver

Inscriptions

Reverse: CAESAR

Dimensions

Diam. 1.8 cm; 3.70 g

Credit Line

Gift of William F. Dunham

Reference Number

1920.785

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