Caption

Denarius, Antoninus Pius (86–161; Roman emperor 138–161), posthumous issue for Marcus Aurelius (121–180; Roman emperor 161–180). Obverse: imperial head of Antoninus Pius right; pearled border; inscription 'ADV. DIVVS ANTONINVS' (abbreviated). Reverse: CONSECRATIO — four-tiered funeral pyre decorated with garlands and topped with a quadriga; pearled border. After 166 CE, Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome. Coin; weight 3.17 g; axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A50_364

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Rights managed

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26.5Mb (1.1Mb) / 10.2in x 10.2in / 3045 x 3045 (300dpi)

Keywords

Denarius Antoninus Pius 86–161 Roman emperor 138–161 posthumous issue Marcus Aurelius 121–180 161–180 Obverse imperial head Antoninus Pius right pearled border inscription Adv Divvs Antoninvs abbreviated Reverse Consecratio four-tiered funeral pyre decorated garlands topped quadriga 166 Ce Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin weight 3.17 g axis 180° round metallic object uneven edge worn surface showing raised multi-tiered structure center rectangular arched shapes small vertical elements surrounded ring shallow impressed marks visible colors include shades gray dark silver hints brownish tarnish.