Caption

Denarius of Antoninus Pius (86–161; Roman emperor 138–161). Obverse: Emperor's head in a laurel wreath facing right, inscribed 'ANTONINVS AVG PIVS PP'. Reverse: Winged lightning over the throne, inscribed 'C O S I I I'. Silver coin, weight 3.10 g, dated 145–161, Roman Empire (27 BC–476). Iconography: busts, lightning over the throne.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A50_183

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Keywords

Denarius Antoninus Pius 86–161 Roman emperor 138–161 Obverse Emperor's head laurel wreath facing right inscribed Antoninvs Avg Pivs Pp Reverse Winged lightning throne C O S I I I Silver coin weight 3.10 g dated 145–161 Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Iconography busts round metallic object worn slightly irregular edge showing raised central design resembles simple rectangular structure short legs curved element inside structure horizontal ornamental band rounded indentations small circular feature center surface varied textures wear small dents scratches visible colors shades gray dark gray hints brownish patina.