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Solidus [S3988]
Artist
Constantius II
(Roman, 317 - 361)
Date351-355
MediumGold
Dimensions13/16 x 13/16 in. (2.1 x 2.1 cm)
ClassificationsEthnographic
Credit LineGift of Dr. and Mrs. Chris Theodotou
Object numberR1979.11.0023
Curator Notes25 Treasures: Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the Lora Robins Gallery of Design from Nature
April 09, 2002 to October 27, 2002
The obverse of this Roman coin shows a bust of Constantius II (reign a.d. 324-361) as Augustus wearing a helmet and armor and holding a spear and shield. On the reverse are the goddess Roma and the god Constantinopolis seated and holding an inscribed shield. The reverse of Roman coins depicted subject matter such as military victories, images of heirs of the ruling family, depictions of the gods (as in this coin), or religious themes.
April 09, 2002 to October 27, 2002
The obverse of this Roman coin shows a bust of Constantius II (reign a.d. 324-361) as Augustus wearing a helmet and armor and holding a spear and shield. On the reverse are the goddess Roma and the god Constantinopolis seated and holding an inscribed shield. The reverse of Roman coins depicted subject matter such as military victories, images of heirs of the ruling family, depictions of the gods (as in this coin), or religious themes.
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