Caption

Denarius, Antoninus Pius (86–161; Roman emperor 138–161). Obverse: Head of Marcus Aurelius (heir to the throne; 138–161) right, pearly border. Reverse: Minerva stands facing left, holding an owl in her right hand, and a spear and shield in her left. Legend: TR POT VIII COS II. Iconography: imperial busts; attributes — spear, shield, owl. Date: 153–154 CE. Roman Empire (27 BC–476). Rome. Coin; AR; weight 3.16 g; axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A50_485

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Keywords

Denarius Antoninus Pius 86–161 Roman emperor 138–161 Obverse Head Marcus Aurelius heir throne right pearly border Reverse Minerva stands facing left holding owl right hand spear shield left Legend Tr Pot Viii Cos Ii Iconography imperial busts attributes Date 153–154 Ce Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin Ar weight 3.16 g axis 180° single round metallic object irregular edge sits white background surface worn relief human silhouette profile textured hair wreath details metal displays mix grey dark grey brownish tones lighter highlights raised areas.