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Denarius, Antoninus Pius (86–161; Roman emperor 138–161), issuer: Antoninus Pius. Obverse: head of Antoninus Pius in a laurel wreath facing right, inscription ANTONINVS AVG - PIVS P, II all around. Reverse: Annona (personification) stands left, holds ears of corn in her right hand, rests her left on a container (modius) standing on a ship, inscription TR POT XIX -, S IIII all around. Date: 155–156. Roman Empire. Mint: Rome. Coin; diameter 17.5–18.5 mm; weight 2.80 g; axis 195°.

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Denarius Antoninus Pius 86–161 Roman emperor 138–161 issuer Obverse head laurel wreath facing right inscription ANTONINVS AVG - PIVS P Ii Reverse Annona personification stands left holds ears corn right hand rests left container modius standing ship inscription TR POT XIX - S Iiii Date 155–156 Roman Empire Mint Rome Coin diameter 17.5–18.5 mm weight 2.80 g axis 195° single round coin worn uneven edge chunk missing side shown white background coin metallic gray darker gray patina lighter highlights features raised profile bearded person textured hair facial details raised decorative elements subtle surface cracks scratches across coin.