Caption

Denarius, Antoninus Pius (86–161; Roman Emperor 138–161). Obverse: Emperor's head right in a laurel wreath with inscription 'ANTONINVS AVG PIVS PP'. Reverse: Hands clasped on a caduceus and two ears of corn with inscription 'C O S I I I I'. Silver coin, weight 3.08 g, axis 180°, dated 145–161, Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A50_172

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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 Reverse Hands clasped caduceus two ears corn C O S I I I I Silver coin weight 3.08 g axis 180° dated 145–161 Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome worn round metallic coin silvery gray slightly tarnished surface showing raised profile male head facing right short hair laurel tied ribbon back head surrounded faintly raised decorative elements shallow scratches dents colors visible include shades silver gray subtle darker gray patina.