Caption

Sestertius, Antoninus Pius (86–161; Roman emperor 138–161), issuer: Antoninus Pius. Obverse: head of the emperor in a laurel wreath facing right, inscription ONINVS AVG PI - VS PP TR P CO; Reverse: Concordia stands left, holding Victoria in her outstretched right hand and a legionary sign in her left, inscription CONCO- - EXERCITVVM, control letters S - C in the fields. Date: 140–144. Roman Empire; Rome. Coin: bronze; diameter 33.5–34.5 mm; weight 26.30 g; axis 0°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A66_474

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Keywords

Sestertius Antoninus Pius 86–161 Roman emperor 138–161 issuer Obverse head laurel wreath facing right inscription ONINVS AVG PI - VS PP TR P CO Reverse Concordia stands left holding Victoria outstretched right hand legionary sign inscription CONCO- - EXERCITVVM control letters S - C fields Date 140–144 Roman Empire Rome Coin bronze diameter 33.5–34.5 mm weight 26.30 g axis 0° round worn object dark gray black surface showing raised profile person's head side view textured hair subtle laurel band surrounding rim faint raised detailing color palette includes black small areas lighter gray wear.