Caption

Denarius, Commodus (reigned 177–192), posthumous issue honoring Marcus Aurelius (121–180; emperor 161–180). Obverse: head (pearled border) and inscription 'DIVVS M ANTONINVS PIVS' referencing Marcus Aurelius. Reverse: CONSECR I; eagle flying right with a scepter in its talons. Iconography: imperial busts, eagles; motif of consecration. Altars/treasure context implied. Roman Empire, Rome, ca. 180 CE. Silver coin (weight 3.01 g).

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

Reference

LZT26A51_210

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Rights managed

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42.1Mb (2.4Mb) / 12.8in x 12.8in / 3838 x 3838 (300dpi)

Keywords

Denarius Commodus reigned 177–192 posthumous issue honoring Marcus Aurelius 121–180 emperor 161–180 Obverse head pearled border inscription Divvs M Antoninvs Pivs referencing Marcus Aurelius Reverse Consecr I eagle flying right scepter talons Iconography imperial busts eagles motif consecration Altars treasure context implied Roman Empire Rome ca 180 Ce Silver coin weight 3.01 g single round metallic object irregular edge worn raised profile human head relief center surrounded ring raised decorative marks faint indented details surface varied texture scratches dents areas smoother wear visible colors shades gray dark gray muted brownish-gray subtle lighter gray highlights raised areas darker gray shadows recesses.