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Denarius, Antoninus Pius (86–161; Roman emperor 138–161), issuer. Obverse: Head of Antoninus Pius in a laurel wreath facing right, legend ANTONINVS AVG PI - S PP TR P XVIII. Reverse: Annona (personification) stands left, holds ears of corn in her right hand, rests her left on a container (modius) standing on a ship, legend C - OS - IIII. Date: 154–155. Culture/place: Roman Empire, Rome. Medium/function: coin. Dimensions: diameter 17.0–18.0 mm, weight 3.10 g, axis 195°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A68_447

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Denarius Antoninus Pius 86–161 Roman emperor 138–161 issuer Obverse Head laurel wreath facing right legend ANTONINVS AVG PI - S PP TR P XVIII Reverse Annona personification stands left holds ears corn right hand rests left container modius standing ship legend C - OS - IIII Date 154–155 Culture place Roman Empire Rome Medium function coin Dimensions diameter 17.0–18.0 mm weight 3.10 g axis 195° round metallic object worn dark gray surface sits white background showing raised profile bearded man hair tied back subtle facial features surrounded uneven raised rim decorative markings outer edge.