Caption

Denarius, Marcus Aurelius (121–180; Roman emperor 161–180), (caesar 139–161). Issuer: Antoninus Pius (86–161; Roman emperor 138–161). Obverse: Head of Marcus Aurelius without a cap to the right, legend RELIVS CAE - S AVG P. Reverse: Spes (personification) walking left, holding a flower in his right hand, lifting the hem of his robe with his left hand; legend TR POT XIII - COS II. Date: 158–159. Roman Empire, Rome. Coin; diameter 16.5–17.0 mm; weight 3.20 g; axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A58_107

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Keywords

Denarius Marcus Aurelius 121–180 Roman emperor 161–180 caesar 139–161 Issuer Antoninus Pius 86–161 138–161 Obverse Head cap right legend RELIVS CAE - S AVG P Reverse Spes personification walking left holding flower right hand lifting hem robe left hand legend TR POT XIII - COS II Date 158–159 Roman Empire Rome Coin diameter 16.5–17.0 mm weight 3.20 g axis 180° single round metallic object worn relief profile person facing showing detailed hair facial features set plain white background object gray silver darker gray areas recessed parts slight scratches irregular edges.