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Denarius, Marcus Aurelius (121–180; Roman emperor 161–180), posthumously issued for Commodus (161–192; Roman emperor 177–192). Obverse: Head of Marcus Aurelius uncovered facing right, inscription VVS M ANT – ONINVS PIVS. Reverse: Funeral pyre with four tiers, topped by a quadriga in which the emperor stands, inscription CONSECRATI. After 180. Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome. Silver coin, diameter 18.5 mm, weight 3.10 g, axis 15°.

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LZT26A71_453

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Keywords

Denarius Marcus Aurelius 121–180 Roman emperor 161–180 posthumously issued Commodus 161–192 177–192 Obverse Head uncovered facing right inscription VVS M ANT – ONINVS PIVS Reverse Funeral pyre four tiers topped quadriga emperor stands inscription CONSECRATI 180 Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Silver coin diameter 18.5 mm weight 3.10 g axis 15° round metallic coin worn surface showing raised profile male figure facing right curly hair beard coin's edge irregular small chips dents raised border central design visible colors include shades silver gray white background.