Caption

Denarius of Antoninus Pius (86–161; Roman emperor 138–161). Obverse: Head of the emperor in a laurel wreath to the right, inscription ANTONINVS AVG PI - VS PP IMP II. Reverse: Annona (personification) seated to the right, holding a cornucopia in both hands; in front of her a modius (container with ears of grain); inscription TR POT X, - C, S IIII. Date: 156–157. Roman Empire, Rome. Coin: diameter 17.0–17.5 mm, weight 2.95 g, axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

Reference

LZT26A69_030

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52.1Mb (2.1Mb) / 14.2in x 14.2in / 4268 x 4268 (300dpi)

Keywords

Denarius Antoninus Pius 86–161 Roman emperor 138–161 Obverse Head laurel wreath right inscription ANTONINVS AVG PI - VS PP IMP II Reverse Annona personification seated holding cornucopia hands front modius container ears grain inscription TR POT X - C S Iiii Date 156–157 Roman Empire Rome Coin diameter 17.0–17.5 mm weight 2.95 g axis 180° round metal object worn dark gray surface showing raised profile bearded man wearing laurel leafy headpiece textured hair facial features edge irregular slightly chipped places ring raised decorative elements central figure Colors visible include dark gray lighter gray highlights subtle blackened areas.