Caption

Denarius, posthumous issue for Lucius Verus (130–169; Roman emperor 161–169); issuer: Marcus Aurelius (121–180; Roman emperor 161–180). Obverse: Head of Lucius Verus bare, facing right; legend D VVS · VERVS around. Reverse: Eagle standing right, head turned left; legend CO · SECRATIO around. After 169. Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome. Coin. Diameter 17.0–18.0 mm; weight 3.18 g; axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

Reference

LZT26A54_300

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Rights managed

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35.4Mb (2.5Mb) / 11.7in x 11.7in / 3518 x 3518 (300dpi)

Keywords

Denarius posthumous issue Lucius Verus 130–169 Roman emperor 161–169 issuer Marcus Aurelius 121–180 161–180 Obverse Head Lucius Verus bare facing right legend D VVS · VERVS Reverse Eagle standing right head turned left legend CO · SECRATIO 169 Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin Diameter 17.0–18.0 mm weight 3.18 g axis 180° worn circular metal object rough uneven edge shown white background surface textured scratched appearance raised recessed areas forming indistinct central figure surrounding irregular markings visible colors include silvery gray darker gray shadows small areas brownish discoloration.