Caption

Denarius, Commodus (161–192; Roman emperor 177–192). Posthumous issue honoring Marcus Aurelius (121–180; Roman emperor 161–180). Obverse: DIVVS M ANTINVS PIVS — head of Marcus Aurelius, pearled border. Reverse: CONATIO — eagle standing facing right with head turned left on an altar decorated with a garland, pearled border. Circa 180 CE, Roman Empire. Coin; weight 2.78 g; axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A51_198

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Keywords

Denarius Commodus 161–192 Roman emperor 177–192 Posthumous issue honoring Marcus Aurelius 121–180 161–180 Obverse Divvs M Antinvs Pivs head pearled border Reverse Conatio eagle standing facing right turned left altar decorated garland Circa 180 CE Roman Empire Coin weight 2.78 g axis 180° round metal coin raised profile relief showing facial features curly hair resting white background coin surface worn uneven visible pits irregular edges narrow rim Colors visible include silver-gray dominant tone areas darker gray brownish discoloration small patches greenish corrosion.