Apollo Placing a Wreath on a Lion [reverse]

Alessandro Vittoria

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph of an ancient coin. The coin is circular with a worn, orange-brown patina. The central image on the coin depicts a seated figure interacting with an animal. The coin has an inscription along its circumference. The craftsmanship reflects the artistic style of ancient coinage. The black markings on the surface appear to be post-production additions or alterations.