Coin Portraying Emperor Claudius

Arts of the Ancient Mediterranean and Byzantium

41-54 (probably minted about 49-50)

Roman, minted in Alexandria, Egypt

The front (obverse) of this coin portrays the head of Emperor Claudius, facing right, laureate. The back (reverse) depicts a winged caduceus (a symbol of peace and concord) between four grain ears.

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Department: Arts of the Ancient Mediterranean and Byzantium

Artist: Ancient Egyptian
Title: Coin Portraying Emperor Claudius
Origin: Egypt
Date: 41 CE–54 CE
Medium: Bronze
Dimensions: Diam. 2.5 cm; 7.06 g
Credit Line: Gift of Robert L. Grover
Reference Number: 1979.1057
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