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Cover illustration: reverse of gold coin (aureus) minted between 140–143 CE under authority of Emperor Antoninus Pius, showing Antoninus Pius (seated) and Liberalitas, personified goddess of generosity and benefaction, handing out coins to a Roman citizen. Inscription: LIBERALITAS / AUG II.
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