Caption

Denarius, Marcus Aurelius (121–180; Roman emperor 161–180), 177–178. Obverse: Head of Marcus Aurelius with laurel wreath facing right, inscription REL ANT - ONINVS, VG. Reverse: Mars standing right, holding a spear in his right hand, resting his left hand on a shield standing on the ground, inscription VIIII COS III PP. Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome. Coin; diameter 17.0–17.5 mm, weight 2.87 g, axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A58_263

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Keywords

Denarius Marcus Aurelius 121–180 Roman emperor 161–180 177–178 Obverse Head laurel wreath facing right inscription REL ANT - ONINVS Vg Reverse Mars standing holding spear right hand resting left hand shield standing ground inscription VIIII COS III PP Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin diameter 17.0–17.5 mm weight 2.87 g axis 180° circular metallic object worn irregular edge featuring raised profile person's head relief surface scratches small dents textured hair short beard visible colors shades gray silver white background.