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Denarius, Marcus Aurelius (121–180; Roman emperor 161–180), issuer: Marcus Aurelius. Obverse: Head of Marcus Aurelius with laurel wreath facing right, inscription 'M ANTONINVS - AVG TR P XXVI'. Reverse: Mars standing right, holding a spear in his right hand and resting his left on a shield standing on the ground, inscription 'IMP VI - COS III'. Date: 171–172. Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome. Coin. Diameter 17.5–18.5 mm, weight 3.30 g, axis 180°.

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LZT26A71_145

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Denarius Marcus Aurelius 121–180 Roman emperor 161–180 issuer Obverse Head laurel wreath facing right inscription M Antoninvs - Avg Tr P Xxvi Reverse Mars standing holding spear right hand resting left shield standing ground Imp Vi - Cos Iii Date 171–172 Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin Diameter 17.5–18.5 mm weight 3.30 g axis 180° round metallic coin worn surface showing raised profile man's head curly hair beard coin irregular edges small chips cracks greenish discoloration spots colors visible silver-gray hints green white background.