Caption

Sestertius of Antoninus Pius (86–161; Roman emperor 138–161). Obverse: head of Antoninus Pius in a laurel wreath facing right, legend ANTONINVS AVG - PIVS PP TR P XVI. Reverse: Indulgentia seated left, right hand outstretched, holding a long scepter in her left, legend DVLGE, S IIII, in the exergue SC. Roman Empire, 152–153. Coin: bronze, diameter c.30–32 mm, weight 22.90 g, axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

Reference

LZT26A68_277

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Rights managed

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47.5Mb (4.3Mb) / 13.6in x 13.6in / 4073 x 4073 (300dpi)

Keywords

Sestertius Antoninus Pius 86–161 Roman emperor 138–161 Obverse head laurel wreath facing right legend ANTONINVS AVG - PIVS PP TR P XVI Reverse Indulgentia seated left right hand outstretched holding long scepter legend DVLGE S Iiii exergue SC Roman Empire 152–153 Coin bronze diameter c.30–32 mm weight 22.90 g axis 180° round worn object uneven surface showing mix dark green deep brown muted teal hints reddish-brown surface areas rough mottled texture smoother patches irregular edge subtle raised recessed forms suggesting worn relief.