Caption

Denarius, Marcus Aurelius (121–180; Roman emperor 161–180), 171–172. Obverse: Head of Marcus Aurelius with laurel wreath facing right, inscription M ANTONINV - 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. Roman Empire (Rome). Coin; diameter 18.0–19.0 mm, weight 2.37 g, axis 0°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A71_147

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Keywords

Denarius Marcus Aurelius 121–180 Roman emperor 161–180 171–172 Obverse Head laurel wreath facing right inscription M ANTONINV - AVG TR P XXVI Reverse Mars standing holding spear right hand resting left shield standing ground inscription IMP VI - COS III Roman Empire Rome Coin diameter 18.0–19.0 mm weight 2.37 g axis 0° single worn metallic coin raised profile head relief showing facial features profile hair texture irregular edges small chips plain white background visible colors include silver-gray tones subtle darker gray shadows.