About this artwork
The front (obverse) of this coin depicts a bearded, Janiform head. On the back (reverse), the prow of a ship is shown.
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Currently Off View
- Arts of the Ancient Mediterranean and Byzantium
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Artist
- Ancient Roman
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Title
- As (Coin) Depicting the God Janus
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Origin
- Roman Empire
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Date
- 225 BCE–217 BCE
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Medium
- Bronze
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Dimensions
- Diam. 6.6 cm; 262.47 g
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Credit Line
- Gift of William F. Dunham
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Reference Number
- 1923.260
Extended information about this artwork
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