Coin

About this object

History of use

Coin in use during Roman Empire; Emperor Valerianus. Minted in Anemurium, present day Anamur.

Physical description

Bronze dupondius coin, of Valerian. Some inscribed Greek letters. Obverse: radiate, draped bust of Valerianus, right facing. Reverse: Dionysus standing left with thyrsus in right hand and double-handed crater in left hand; panther at feet.