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Denarius (Coin) Portraying Emperor Antoninus Pius

160
Silver

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FROM THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO’S CATALOG

The front of this coin portrays the emperor Antoninus Pius, wearing a crown of laurels and facing right. On the back, the goddess of peace is depicted standing and holding branches.

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