Sestertius (Coin) Portraying Emperor Volusian
Ancient Roman
251–253
- Medium
- Bronze
- Dimensions
- Diam.: 2.7 cm (1 1/8 in.)
- Genre
- coin
- Museum
- Art Institute of Chicago
Tags
portraitcoininorganic materialancient artnonferrous metalbronzecopper alloyroman (ancient, style or period)metal
About
The front (obverse) of this coin portrays the emperor Volusian, facing right and wearing a crown of Laurels.On the back (reverse), the goddess of Peace is depicted standing, facing left and holding an olive branch and sceptre.
