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denarius, Marcus Aurelius (121–180; Roman emperor 161–180), posthumous issue of Antoninus Pius (86–161; Roman emperor 138–161) — iconography: imperial busts; obverse legend: AV. DIVVS ANTONINVS; emperor's head right; pearled border. Reverse legend: CONSECRATIO; eagle standing right with head turned back; pearled border. After 161, Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome; coin; weight 3.47 g

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denarius Marcus Aurelius 121–180 Roman emperor 161–180 posthumous issue Antoninus Pius 86–161 138–161 iconography imperial busts obverse legend Av Divvs Antoninvs emperor's head right pearled border Reverse legend Consecratio eagle standing right head turned back 161 Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome coin weight 3.47 g round worn metallic object raised profile bearded man facing hair wavy mustache full beard detailed curls surface irregular edges areas wear small pits relief includes decorative border repeated shapes right side Visible colors include dark gray silver brown hints greenish patina.