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Sestertius with bust of Gallienus
Roman
Imperial Period
about A.D. 254
Mint: Rome
Medium/Technique
Bronze
Dimensions
Diameter: 29.5 mm. Weight: 18.83 gm. Die Axis: 12
Credit Line
Theodora Wilbour Fund in memory of Zoë Wilbour
Accession Number62.570
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Greece and Rome
ClassificationsNumismatics – Coins
DescriptionObverse: Laureate, draped, cuirassed bust of Gallienus to right. IMPCPLICGALLIENVSAVG
Reverse: Soldier, wearing tunic, cuirass and helmet, stands looking left, holding shield in right hand, spear in left.
VIRTVS AVGG In field: S C
Reverse: Soldier, wearing tunic, cuirass and helmet, stands looking left, holding shield in right hand, spear in left.
VIRTVS AVGG In field: S C
ProvenanceBy 1962: with Hesperia Art, 2219 St. James Place, Philadelphia 3, Pa.; June 6, 1962: purchased by MFA from Hesperia Art for $ 20.00