Caption

Denarius, Antoninus Pius (86–161; Roman emperor 138–161), Faustina the Elder (98–141; Roman empress 138–141). Obverse: G FAVSTIN, bust of the empress turned to the right, in drapery with hair in a bun and pearl border. Reverse: R V NITAS, Venus stands turned to the right, lifting her veil with her right hand and holding a scepter in her left. Date: 141–161. Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome. Coin, weight 3.17 g.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

Reference

LZT26A50_377

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Keywords

Denarius Antoninus Pius 86–161 Roman emperor 138–161 Faustina Elder 98–141 Roman empress 138–141 Obverse G Favstin bust empress turned right drapery hair bun pearl border Reverse R V Nitas Venus stands turned lifting veil right hand holding scepter left Date 141–161 Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin weight 3.17 g round worn metallic object irregular edge showing chips small cracks displaying faint raised outline standing humanlike figure surface mottled aged patina predominantly dark gray brown tones small areas greenish oxidation subtle lighter gray highlights raised details.