Caption

Denarius, Marcus Aurelius (121–180; Roman emperor 161–180), issuer. Obverse: Head of Marcus Aurelius in laurel wreath facing right; inscription around. Reverse: Jupiter seated on a throne facing left, holding a thunderbolt in his right hand and a scepter in his left; inscription around. Legend details: C O - S - II. Date: 170–171. Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome. Coin; weight 2.48 g; diameter approx. 17.0–17.5 mm.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A58_189

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Keywords

Denarius Marcus Aurelius 121–180 Roman emperor 161–180 issuer Obverse Head laurel wreath facing right inscription Reverse Jupiter seated throne left holding thunderbolt right hand scepter Legend details C O - S - Ii Date 170–171 Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin weight 2.48 g diameter approx 17.0–17.5 mm roughly circular metallic coin worn raised profile bearded head showing textured hair facial features low relief coin surface uneven visible dents scratches slightly irregular rim colors visible include silver gray darker gray tones white background.