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1951

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Sestertius Of Emperor Trajan

This is a Sestertius of Emperor Trajan. It is dated 96–117 and we acquired it in 1951. Its medium is cast bronze. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Estate of David Wolfe Bishop. It is credited Gift of the Estate of David Wolfe Bishop.

Its dimensions are

H x diam.: 3.2 cm (1 1/4 in.)

Cite this object as

Sestertius Of Emperor Trajan; cast bronze; H x diam.: 3.2 cm (1 1/4 in.); Gift of the Estate of David Wolfe Bishop; 1951-84-54

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