Caption

Denarius, Lucius Verus (130–169; Roman emperor 161–169). Obverse: Emperor's head right, laurel wreath; pearl border; inscription VERVS AVG ARM PARTH MAX. Reverse: Seated Parthian prisoner facing right, hands tied behind his back, at his feet a quiver, bow and weapons; pearl border; inscription TR P V IMP III COS II. Imperial busts; treasures (numism.); iconography of Lucius Verus. 165 CE; Roman Empire (27 BC–476); Rome. Coin, weight 3.10 g; axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A51_319

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58.0Mb (1.1Mb) / 15.0in x 15.0in / 4504 x 4504 (300dpi)

Keywords

Denarius Lucius Verus 130–169 Roman emperor 161–169 Obverse Emperor's head right laurel wreath pearl border inscription VERVS AVG ARM PARTH MAX Reverse Seated Parthian prisoner facing right hands tied back feet quiver bow weapons inscription TR P V IMP III COS II Imperial busts treasures numism iconography 165 Ce Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin weight 3.10 g axis 180° round metal coin worn surface showing raised profile bearded man textured hair facial features set recessed background coin displays uneven edges small chips indentations visible wear patina tones gray brown hints green.