Caption

Denarius, Marcus Aurelius (121–180; Roman emperor 161–180). Obverse: Bust of Marcus Aurelius with a laurel wreath and drapery to the right; pearl border; inscription AV. M AVREL AN ONINVS AVG. Reverse: Victoria stands on a sphere facing left, holding a wreath in her right hand and a trophy in her left; inscription TR, III IMP X COS III PP. Date: 179. Roman Imperial coin, Rome. Weight: 2.88 g.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A51_188

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Keywords

Denarius Marcus Aurelius 121–180 Roman emperor 161–180 Obverse Bust laurel wreath drapery right pearl border inscription AV M Avrel Oninvs Avg Reverse Victoria stands sphere facing left holding wreath right hand trophy inscription TR Iii Imp X Cos Iii Pp Date 179 Roman Imperial coin Rome Weight 2.88 g round metal coin worn surface showing raised profile person short curly hair beard coin irregular edges embossed decorative elements rim Visible colors include shades gray dark gray silver hints greenish patina.