Caption

Denarius of Marcus Aurelius (121–180; Roman emperor 161–180). Obverse: head of Marcus Aurelius with laurel wreath facing right, inscription M ANTONINVS - AVG TR P XXVI. Reverse: Aequitas standing left, holding scales in his right hand and a cornucopia in his left, inscription IM, VI - COS III. Date: 171–172. Place: Rome, Roman Empire. Material: coin. Diameter: 18.0–19.0 mm. Weight: 3.37 g. Axis: 180 degrees.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A71_132

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Keywords

Denarius Marcus Aurelius 121–180 Roman emperor 161–180 Obverse head laurel wreath facing right inscription M ANTONINVS - AVG TR P XXVI Reverse Aequitas standing left holding scales right hand cornucopia inscription IM Vi - Cos Iii Date 171–172 Place Rome Roman Empire Material coin Diameter 18.0–19.0 mm Weight 3.37 g Axis 180 degrees small round metallic object worn uneven edge showing raised relief standing human figure next larger animal figure surface mostly silver-gray areas darker gray patina lighter highlights visible scratches small dents across face.