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denarius, Antoninus Pius (86–161; Roman emperor 138–161), Marcus Aurelius (heir to the throne; 138–161) — iconography: Minerva (mythology); busts; imperial busts; spear (attribute); shield (attribute); Obv. AVRELIVS CAE SAR AVG PII F Head of Marcus Aurelius right. Pearl border. Rv. TR POT II COS II Minerva stands facing right, holding a spear in her right hand, her left hand resting on a shield at her feet. Pearl border. 147–148 CE, Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome; coin, weight 3.13 g

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A50_478

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Keywords

denarius Antoninus Pius 86–161 Roman emperor 138–161 Marcus Aurelius heir throne iconography Minerva mythology busts imperial busts spear attribute shield Obv AVRELIVS CAE SAR AVG PII F Head Marcus Aurelius right Pearl border Rv TR POT II COS II Minerva stands facing right holding right hand left hand resting feet 147–148 Ce Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome coin weight 3.13 g single round object worn metallic surface shades brown gray muted bronze sits plain white background object raised slightly irregular rim embossed central figure relief appearing draped flowing garments standing upright subtle circular impressions uneven surface textures edges field areas darker lighter patina creating mottled appearance.