Caption

Sestertius of Marcus Aurelius (121–180; Roman emperor 161–180). Obverse: Head of Marcus Aurelius in a laurel wreath facing right, inscription ONINVS - AVG. Reverse: Annona standing left, holding ears of corn above a container (modius) with ears of corn in her right hand and a cornucopia in her left, inscription IM, VI, - COS] III. Fields: S - C. Date: 174–175. Roman Empire, Rome. Coin: diameter 32.0 mm, weight 25.6 g, axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A65_254

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Keywords

Sestertius Marcus Aurelius 121–180 Roman emperor 161–180 Obverse Head laurel wreath facing right inscription ONINVS - AVG Reverse Annona standing left holding ears corn container modius ears right hand cornucopia inscription IM Vi - Cos Iii Fields S - C Date 174–175 Roman Empire Rome Coin diameter 32.0 mm weight 25.6 g axis 180° round worn coin uneven edges showing raised profile person surface textured pitted appearance areas shine wear visible colors include dark brown reddish-brown golden-brown hints black lighter reflective highlights raised portions.