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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