Caption

Denarius, after 161. Obverse: Head of Antoninus Pius without a covering to the right, legend 'DIVVS ANTONINVS' (circumferential). Reverse: Eagle stands on an altar decorated with a garland to the right, turns its head to the left, legend 'CONSECRATIO' (circumferential). Issuers: Marcus Aurelius (121–180, Roman emperor 161–180), Lucius Verus (130–169, Roman emperor 161–169). Posthumous depiction of Antoninus Pius (86–161, Roman emperor 138–161) — iconography. Roman Empire, Rome. Coin; diameter 17.5 mm; weight 3.40 g; axis 0°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

Reference

LZT26A69_129

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Rights managed

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58.0Mb (2.2Mb) / 15.0in x 15.0in / 4504 x 4504 (300dpi)

Keywords

Denarius 161 Obverse Head Antoninus Pius covering right legend Divvs Antoninvs circumferential Reverse Eagle stands altar decorated garland turns head left Consecratio Issuers Marcus Aurelius 121–180 Roman emperor 161–180 Lucius Verus 130–169 161–169 Posthumous depiction 86–161 138–161 iconography Roman Empire Rome Coin diameter 17.5 mm weight 3.40 g axis 0° single circular metallic object worn dark gray surface sits white background showing raised profile bearded man facing detailed wavy hair facial features edge irregularities relief includes decorative curved elements portrait.