Caption

Denarius of Antoninus Pius (86–161; Roman emperor 138–161), c. 145–161. Obverse: Head of Antoninus Pius in a laurel wreath facing right, legend ANTONINVS • AVG • PIVS • PP. Reverse: Aequitas standing left, holding scales in her outstretched right hand and a long staff (pertica) in her left hand, inscription C • OS • IIII. Bronze/coin; diameter 18.5–19.0 mm, weight 3.30 g, axis 15°.

Credit line

Photo12/Liszt Collection

Reference

LZT26A67_078

License type

Rights managed

Available size

53.2Mb (2.6Mb) / 14.4in x 14.4in / 4312 x 4312 (300dpi)

Keywords

Denarius Antoninus Pius 86–161 Roman emperor 138–161 c 145–161 Obverse Head laurel wreath facing right legend ANTONINVS • AVG • PIVS • PP Reverse Aequitas standing left holding scales outstretched right hand long staff pertica left hand inscription C • OS • IIII Bronze coin diameter 18.5–19.0 mm weight 3.30 g axis 15° round metallic object worn uneven edge raised portrait profile occupying center showing facial features hair texture surface scratches small dents areas discoloration visible colors silver-gray darker gray tarnish lighter silvery highlights.