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One modern fake of a Roman coin: CM.161-2010

Object information

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Titles

One modern fake of a Roman coin

Maker(s)

Ruler: Lucius Verus (161-69)

Entities

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Description

Lucius Verus (161-169), Æ ‘denarius’, rev. Emperor standing, holding branch up in right hand and scepter in left (RIC -), 4.78g.

Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2010-04-26) by Szedlak, Frank T. Jr.

Dating

161 - 169

Components of the work

Object Weight 4.78 g

Materials used in production

Copper alloy

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.161-2010
Primary reference Number: 245604
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Audit data

Created: Friday 4 September 2020 Updated: Wednesday 31 March 2021 Last processed: Tuesday 13 June 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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