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Gold Medalion of Maxentius

Unknown artist, 300–400

Obverse of medallion in high relief carries rather stark but effective bare-headed and naturalistic portrait of Emperor. On reverse, in lower relief, the Emperor appears in guise of Mars.

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Title of artwork, date

Gold Medalion of Maxentius, 300–400

Date supported

1959

Medium and material

Gold

Grant

3000

Total cost

6000

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