Caption

Sestertius of Antoninus Pius (86–161; Roman emperor 138–161). Obverse: Head of Antoninus Pius in laurel wreath facing right, inscription TO S AVG - PIVS PP; mint control letters P all around. Reverse: Pax stands left, holding a cornucopia in his left hand and in his lowered right hand a torch with which he ignites a weapon; inscriptions C - OS -, I all around, fields PAX - / S - C. Date: 145–161. Roman Empire, Rome. Coin; diameter 32.0–32.5 mm, weight 20.40 g, axis 345°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A67_318

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Keywords

Sestertius Antoninus Pius 86–161 Roman emperor 138–161 Obverse Head laurel wreath facing right inscription S Avg - Pivs Pp mint control letters P Reverse Pax stands left holding cornucopia left hand lowered right hand torch ignites weapon inscriptions C - OS - I fields PAX - S - C Date 145–161 Roman Empire Rome Coin diameter 32.0–32.5 mm weight 20.40 g axis 345° circular weathered metal object uneven pitted surface irregular edges showing worn raised profile human head partial relief surface displays mix brown dark brown greenish-blue hints reddish tones areas lighter tan metal exposed several small notches chips rim.