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Denarius of Commodus (161–192; Roman emperor 177–192). Obverse: Emperor's head right, laurel wreath, inscription 'M CO L AVG BRIT PP'. Reverse: Apollo standing right, right hand raised above his head and left hand resting on a column, inscription 'APOL MONET PM'. Roman Empire, Rome, ca. 190. Silver coin, weight 2.85 g, axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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Denarius Commodus 161–192 Roman emperor 177–192 Obverse Emperor's head right laurel wreath inscription M Co L Avg Brit Pp Reverse Apollo standing right right hand raised head left hand resting column Apol Monet Pm Roman Empire Rome ca 190 Silver coin weight 2.85 g axis 180° worn round metallic object irregular edge showing rough textured surface shades gray silver patches yellowish-brown discoloration surface shallow raised recessed areas forming worn shapes outline standing figure- relief elongated limbs upright posture several small pitted marks surface cracks prominent crack extending rim center slightly uneven nicked places appearance aged corroded mixed gray yellowish-brown tones.