Caption

Denarius, Antoninus Pius (86–161; Roman emperor 138–161), posthumous issue for Marcus Aurelius (121–180; Roman emperor 161–180). Obverse: head of the emperor to right, pearled border, inscription AW. DIVVS ANTONINVS. Reverse: CONSECRATIO — eagle standing right with head turned back on an altar decorated with a garland, pearled border. After 161 CE, Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome. Coin; weight 3.34 g; axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A50_354

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Keywords

Denarius Antoninus Pius 86–161 Roman emperor 138–161 posthumous issue Marcus Aurelius 121–180 161–180 Obverse head right pearled border inscription AW Divvs Antoninvs Reverse Consecratio eagle standing turned back altar decorated garland 161 Ce Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin weight 3.34 g axis 180° round worn coin metallic gray dull silver surface showing raised depiction bird outstretched wings standing rectangular platform coin areas darker gray patina lighter silver highlights uneven edges small chips surface scratches.