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AE 22 bearded head/standing figure with cornucopia--perhaps Antonine era
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laney:
AE 22 mm, 5.57 g
The obverse has that Commodus-y look, that is shared by others in that family dynasty. Is this Commodus, Marcus, Lucius? Perhaps even Aelius Caesar? Or am I completely missing something obvious?
The reverse is a tragedy to behold, with just a few characters visible (could be T or E, and P and O); the portrait on the obverse is pretty nice, but the legends are worn. Both close-up pics are of a portion of the obv. legend, with slightly different lighting, in case it is of any use.
Thanks much for any help offered.
Laney
quadrans:
IMO Antoninus Pius ... or Marcus Aurelius...
Joe
quadrans:
Hmm, I have a Marcus Aurelius coin that looks similar, but not sure maybe help...
https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=114124
Regards
Joe
laney:
Hi Joe,
You're right, it looks a lot like Marcus Aurelius from Ephesus. Even the reverse legend can be coaxed to resemble legends on his bust/Tyche coins from there. Thank you!
Laney
quadrans:
👍🤗
Joe
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