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Denarius, Antoninus Pius (86–161; Roman emperor 138–161). Obverse: Emperor's head right with laurel wreath, inscription 'ANTONINVS AVG PIVS PP COS III.' Reverse: Virtus standing left holding a spear in right hand and a parazonium in left, inscription 'VIRTVS AVG.' Roman Empire, 140–143. Silver coin, weight 3.17 g, axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A50_166

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Keywords

Denarius Antoninus Pius 86–161 Roman emperor 138–161 Obverse Emperor's head right laurel wreath inscription Antoninvs Avg Pivs Pp Cos Iii Reverse Virtus standing left holding spear right hand parazonium left Virtvs Avg Roman Empire 140–143 Silver coin weight 3.17 g axis 180° worn metallic coin raised profile bearded man facing right showing detailed hair facial features coin irregular round shape slight dents small curved protrusion bottom raised border encircles portrait decorative raised markings edge visible colors silver gray darker gray shadowing lighter reflective highlights.