Caption

Denarius of Antoninus Pius (86–161; Roman emperor 138–161). Obverse: Emperor's head in a laurel wreath facing right, inscription 'ANTONINVS AVG PIVS PP'. Reverse: Clasped hands on a caduceus and two ears of corn, legend 'C O S II I' (or similar). Iconography includes hands joined on a caduceus and ears of corn; imperial bust. Roman Empire, 145–161. Coin: silver, diameter 17.8 mm, weight 3.14 g.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

Reference

LZT26A50_179

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Keywords

Denarius Antoninus Pius 86–161 Roman emperor 138–161 Obverse Emperor's head laurel wreath facing right inscription Antoninvs Avg Pivs Pp Reverse Clasped hands caduceus two ears corn legend C O S Ii I Iconography includes hands joined ears imperial bust Roman Empire 145–161 Coin silver diameter 17.8 mm weight 3.14 g round worn metal object uneven edge dark gray brown patina featuring carved stamped low-relief image bird- figure outstretched wings visible clawed feet small plant- motif back surface scratches dents variations shading lighter gray highlights darker brown recesses.