Denarius, Commodus (161–192; Roman emperor 177–192). Obverse: Emperor's head right, laurel wreath; pearly border; inscription ODVS ANTON AVG PIVS. Reverse: Minerva strides right, throws a javelin with her right hand, holds a shield in her left; pearl border; inscription TR P VIII IMP VI COS IIII. Related iconography: imperial busts; Minerva (mythology) with spear and shield; treasures (numism). Roman Empire, Rome, weight 2.37 g, 183.
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Denarius, Commodus (161–192; Roman emperor 177–192). Obverse: Emperor's head right, laurel wreath; pearly border; inscription ODVS ANTON AVG PIVS. Reverse: Minerva strides right, throws a javelin with her right hand, holds a shield in her left; pearl border; inscription TR P VIII IMP VI COS IIII. Related iconography: imperial busts; Minerva (mythology) with spear and shield; treasures (numism). Roman Empire, Rome, weight 2.37 g, 183.

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Denarius Commodus 161–192 Roman emperor 177–192 Obverse Emperor's head right laurel wreath pearly border inscription ODVS ANTON AVG PIVS Reverse Minerva strides right throws javelin right hand holds shield left pearl border inscription TR P VIII IMP VI COS IIII Related iconography imperial busts Minerva mythology spear treasures numism Roman Empire Rome weight 2.37 g 183 worn circular metal coin embossed profile bearded person facing right showing facial features hair texture raised rim irregular edge displaying patina dark gray brown tones lighter silvery highlights.

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