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 c104


Roman Denarius Coin

Inv. No.: c104
Date: A.D. 143-144(?).
Weight: 3.24g
 
Obv.: Antoninus Pius, laureate.
ANTONINVS AVG.PIVS P.P.TR.P.COS.III

Rev.: Victory standing, holding wreath in right hand, palm branch in left hand.
IMPERATOR II

Although we know little of the history of the years A.D. 140-144, the Victory types hint at Antoninus Pius’ British campaigns. The reverse legend refers to a victory in Britain, probably not earlier than 143.

Comparanda:
RIC, Antoninus Pius III.