Caption

Denarius, Antoninus Pius (86–161; Roman emperor 138–161). Obverse: Bust of Faustina the Elder (98–141; Roman empress 138–141) turned right, draped, hair in a top bun; inscription DIVA AVG FAVSTINA. Reverse: Ceres standing right, right hand raised, holding a torch in left; inscription CONSECRATIO. Pearl border. Roman Empire, 141–161. Rome. Coin; weight 3.11 g; axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A50_381

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26.5Mb (2.1Mb) / 10.2in x 10.2in / 3045 x 3045 (300dpi)

Keywords

Denarius Antoninus Pius 86–161 Roman emperor 138–161 Obverse Bust Faustina Elder 98–141 Roman empress 138–141 turned right draped hair top bun inscription DIVA AVG FAVSTINA Reverse Ceres standing right right hand raised holding torch left inscription CONSECRATIO Pearl border Roman Empire 141–161 Rome Coin weight 3.11 g axis 180° worn circular metal object irregular edge showing raised central figure low relief surface uneven texture small pits areas greenish corrosion darker brown-gray patina figure elongated surrounded faint raised shapes shallow indentations variations dull gray brown green tones across surface.