Caption

Denarius, Antoninus Pius (86–161; Roman emperor 138–161), Faustina the Elder (98–141; Roman empress 138–141). Obverse: FAVSTINA AVGVS, bust of the empress turned to the right, in drapery with hair in a bun. Reverse: IVNONI REGINAE, throne on which a scepter rests; under the throne, peacock. Pearl border. Date: 139–141. Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome. Coin; weight 2.98 g; axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A50_373

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Keywords

Denarius Antoninus Pius 86–161 Roman emperor 138–161 Faustina Elder 98–141 Roman empress 138–141 Obverse Favstina Avgvs bust empress turned right drapery hair bun Reverse Ivnoni Reginae throne scepter rests under peacock Pearl border Date 139–141 Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin weight 2.98 g axis 180° single round coin irregular edge shown white background coin metallic worn surface showing shades gray dark gray brownish-gray hints darker brown coin’s surface slightly raised profile head relief worn facial hair details faint rim edge metal areas tarnish uneven texture small nicks scratches subtle highlights surface catches light.