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Agrippina Senior, 14 B.C.-A.D. 33, Daughter of Marcus Agrippa, Wife of Germanicus [obverse]

Giovanni da Cavino

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph of an ancient coin. It depicts a circular coin with intricate carvings. The main feature is a profile bust facing right, with curled hair and a decorative element draped across the shoulders. Around the edge of the coin, there is an inscription in engraved letters. The coin surface shows signs of age and patina in a warm golden color with areas of darker oxidation. The background is black.

Artwork Details

Date
mid 16th century
Medium
bronze//Struck
Dimensions
4004 × 4031 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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