Description
The front (obverse) of this coin portrays Mariniana, believed to be the wife of emperor Valerian and mother of emperor Gallienus, facing right. On the back (reverse), a flying peacock is depicted.
Provenance
Mrs. William Nelson (Helen T.) Pelouze (1866-1953), Chicago; given to the Art Institute of Chicago, 1923.
Dimensions
Diam.: 2.1 cm (7/8 in.)
Movement / Period
Accession No
10062
Official Citations
Curatorial Affinity Stream
Continuing the Universe of Roman
roman (ancient, style or period) • Rome • Harmonious Works & Contemporaries
Continuous Discovery