Caption

Denarius, Marcus Aurelius (121–180; Roman emperor 161–180), posthumous issue featuring Antoninus Pius (86–161; Roman emperor 138–161). Obverse: heads/busts of the emperors; legend ADV. DIVVS NTONINVS; head of the emperor right within pearl border. Reverse: square altar with inscription DIVO PIO within pearl border. After 161, Rome, Roman Empire (27 BC–476). Coin, weight 3.40 g, axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

Reference

LZT26A50_368

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Rights managed

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26.5Mb (1.8Mb) / 10.2in x 10.2in / 3045 x 3045 (300dpi)

Keywords

Denarius Marcus Aurelius 121–180 Roman emperor 161–180 posthumous issue featuring Antoninus Pius 86–161 138–161 Obverse heads busts emperors legend ADV Divvs Ntoninvs head emperor right within pearl border Reverse square altar inscription DIVO PIO within pearl border 161 Rome Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Coin weight 3.40 g axis 180° round weathered metal object uneven edge patina brown dark bronze tones showing areas greenish corrosion surface bears raised central motif resembling simple rectangular structure column- vertical elements horizontal base small raised shapes near top sides lighting highlights subtle scratches worn contours across object's textured surface.