Caption

Denarius, Antoninus Pius (86–161; Roman emperor 138–161), Faustina the Elder (98–141; Roman empress 138–141). Obverse: DIVA AVG FAVSTINA — bust of the empress turned to the right, in drapery with hair in a bun on top of the head; pearl border. Reverse: AETERNITA — Venus stands turned to the right, lifting her veil with her right hand and holding a scepter in the left; pearl border. Roman Empire, 141–161. Coin (Rome), weight 2.88 g, axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

Reference

LZT26A50_379

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Keywords

Denarius Antoninus Pius 86–161 Roman emperor 138–161 Faustina Elder 98–141 Roman empress 138–141 Obverse Diva Avg Favstina bust empress turned right drapery hair bun top head pearl border Reverse Aeternita Venus stands turned lifting veil right hand holding scepter left Roman Empire 141–161 Coin Rome weight 2.88 g axis 180° worn circular metallic object irregular edge showing raised relief two standing humanlike figures taller central figure holding long staff spear rendered low eroded detail surface mottled shades gray dark gray brownish-gray small areas darker greenish corrosion uneven lighting creating subtle highlights shadows across textured metal.