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Denarius (Coin) Portraying Emperor Hadrian
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The Art Institute of Chicago

Denarius (Coin) Portraying Emperor Hadrian

SilverRoman, minted in Rome/134-138

Description

The front of this coin portrays the emperor Hadrian, facing right. On the back, a measuring unit called a Modius is shown filled with grain.

Provenance

Mrs. William Nelson (Helen T.) Pelouze (1866-1953), Chicago; given to the Art Institute of Chicago, 1923.

Dimensions

Diam.: 1.8 cm (3/4 in.)

Movement / Period

imperial (roman)

Accession No

10019

Official Citations

[The Art Institute of Chicago Official Record][Full Resolution Image]
Curatorial Affinity Stream

Continuing the Universe of Roman, minted in Rome

imperial (roman) • Roman Empire • Harmonious Works & Contemporaries