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Description: | Two copper alloy Roman coins that are fused together by corrosion products binding the sandy soil. One is a sestertius and one a dupondius.The sestertius is of Trajan and dates from AD 102 - 117 (Reece Period 5). The edge is damaged and the reverse is illegible. Probably mint of Rome.Obverse: [IMP CAES NERVAE T](RIA)NO AVG GER D[AC P M TR P COS V P P]Laureate and draped bust right.32.6mm diameter, 4.06mm thick.The dupondius is probably of Marcus Aurelius and dates from AD 161 - 180 (Reece Period 8). There is some damage to the surface. The reverse is illegible. Probably mint of Rome.Obverse: [...]ANTONINVS[...]Radiate and bearded bust right.24.63mm diameter, 3.8mm thick.The coins both have a rich dark brown patina where not damaged.
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