Ancient Coins
Unknown artist, Dekadrachm (Demareteion) of Syracuse with quadriga, Greek, early Classical period, about 470–465 BCE. Silver. Theodora Wilbour Fund in memory of Zoë Wilbour (1864–1885).
Unknown artist, Denarius with head of M. Junius Brutus, struck under L. Plaetorius Cestianus, Roman, Republican period, 43–42 BCE. Silver. Theodora Wilbour Fund in memory of Zoë Wilbour.
Unknown artist, Mnaieion (oktadrachm) of Kingdom of Egypt with head of Arsinoe II, struck under Ptolemy II, Greek, Hellenistic period, 254/3–253/2 BCE. Gold. Anonymous gift in memory of Zoé Wilbour (1864–1885).
Unknown artist, Dekadrachm (Demareteion) of Syracuse with quadriga, Greek, early Classical period, about 470–465 BCE. Silver. Theodora Wilbour Fund in memory of Zoë Wilbour (1864–1885).
Unknown artist, Denarius with head of M. Junius Brutus, struck under L. Plaetorius Cestianus, Roman, Republican period, 43–42 BCE. Silver. Theodora Wilbour Fund in memory of Zoë Wilbour.
Unknown artist, Mnaieion (oktadrachm) of Kingdom of Egypt with head of Arsinoe II, struck under Ptolemy II, Greek, Hellenistic period, 254/3–253/2 BCE. Gold. Anonymous gift in memory of Zoé Wilbour (1864–1885).
Drawing from the Museum’s collection of approximately 7,500 ancient coins, the gallery’s thematic and chronological displays emphasize ancient coins as highly sophisticated, beautiful works of art on a miniature scale, while also exploring the cultural and political history they embody. Sculpture, vases, and other works of art are on view alongside coins in the gallery. Visitors can “create” their own coins in a touch screen activity—choosing symbols, motto, and metal—allowing them to learn the elements of a coin by designing one. The gallery also includes a case filled with coins acquired over the past several years, as the Museum continues to collect coins of the highest quality and appeal.
- Michael C. Ruettgers Gallery (Gallery 212C)