Caption

Denarius of Lucius Verus (130–169; Roman emperor 161–169). Obverse: Emperor's head right, laurel wreath; legend 'L VERVS AVG ARM RTH MAX'. Reverse: Pax standing left, holding an olive branch and a cornucopia; legend 'PA X AVG TR P VI COS II'. Twig attribute noted. Pearl border on both sides. Date: 165–166. Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome. Coin; weight 3.11 g; axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A51_321

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40.9Mb (2.5Mb) / 12.6in x 12.6in / 3782 x 3782 (300dpi)

Keywords

Denarius Lucius Verus 130–169 Roman emperor 161–169 Obverse Emperor's head right laurel wreath legend L Vervs Avg Arm Rth Max Reverse Pax standing left holding olive branch cornucopia Pa X Avg Tr P Vi Cos Ii Twig attribute noted Pearl border sides Date 165–166 Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin weight 3.11 g axis 180° circular worn coin uneven edge raised profile bearded person center showing facial features relief laurel wreath- detail hair surface worn areas small chips rim visible grooves scratches coin shades dark gray silver darker tarnished patches lighter worn highlights background plain white.