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Sestertius with bust of Divus Antoninus Pius, struck under Marcus Aurelius
Roman
Imperial Period
about A.D. 161
Mint: Rome
Medium/Technique
Bronze
Dimensions
Diameter: 32.5 mm. Weight: 25.25 gm. Die Axis: 12
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Cornelius C. Vermeule III in the Name of Cornelius Adrian Comstock Vermeule
Accession Number1982.608
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CollectionsAncient Greece and Rome
ClassificationsNumismatics – Coins
DescriptionObverse: Bust of Antoninus Pius, right, drapery on left shoulder.
DIVVS ANTONINVS
Reverse: Rectangular altar with horns left and right.
DIVO PIO
In field: S C
DIVVS ANTONINVS
Reverse: Rectangular altar with horns left and right.
DIVO PIO
In field: S C
ProvenanceBy date unknown: Mr. and Mrs. Cornelius C. Vermeule III Collection; gift to MFA from Mr. and Mrs. Cornelius C. Vermeule III in the name of Cornelius Adrian Comstock Vermeule, November 17, 1982