Caption

Denarius of Lucius Verus (130–169; Roman emperor 161–169) and Marcus Aurelius (121–180; Roman emperor 161–180), with posthumous representation of Antoninus Pius (86–161; Roman emperor 138–161). Obverse: Head of Antoninus Pius without a covering facing right, legend 'DIVVS ANTONINVS' around. Reverse: Funeral pyre with four tiers, decorated with garlands and statues, with a quadriga on top, legend 'CONSECRA O' (CONSECRA[TO]?) around. After 161. Roman Empire, Rome. Coin; diameter 18.0 mm; weight 2.84 g; axis 180°.

Credit line

Photo12/Liszt Collection

Reference

LZT26A57_187

License type

Rights managed

Available size

58.0Mb (2.2Mb) / 15.0in x 15.0in / 4504 x 4504 (300dpi)

Keywords

Denarius Lucius Verus 130–169 Roman emperor 161–169 Marcus Aurelius 121–180 161–180 posthumous representation Antoninus Pius 86–161 138–161 Obverse Head covering facing right legend Divvs Antoninvs Reverse Funeral pyre four tiers decorated garlands statues quadriga top Consecra O Consecra 161 Roman Empire Rome Coin diameter 18.0 mm weight 2.84 g axis 180° single round coin worn uneven surface irregular edge sits white background showing dominant dark gray color subtle lighter gray highlights metal coin’s face displays shallow embossed shapes suggest vertical central motif stepped base curved indented marks left side surface fine scratches small pits rim slightly thicker small chipped area appearance matte muted gray tones slight variations shading across relief.