Caption

Denarius, Antoninus Pius (86–161; Roman emperor 138–161), Faustina the Elder (98–141; Roman empress 138–141). Obverse: Bust of the empress turned to the right, in drapery with hair in a bun on top of the head; pearl border; legend 'DIVA FAV...TINA'. Reverse: Fortuna standing turned to the left, holding a globe in her right hand and a rudder in her left; pearl border; legend '...NITAS'. After 141. Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome. Coin; weight 3.04 g; axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A50_396

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26.5Mb (2.0Mb) / 10.2in x 10.2in / 3045 x 3045 (300dpi)

Keywords

Denarius Antoninus Pius 86–161 Roman emperor 138–161 Faustina Elder 98–141 Roman empress 138–141 Obverse Bust empress turned right drapery hair bun top head pearl border legend Diva Fav...Tina Reverse Fortuna standing turned left holding globe right hand rudder ...Nitas 141 Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin weight 3.04 g axis 180° round metallic object worn uneven edge depicting standing robed figure facing forward tall staff hand round object surface worn relief details surface scratches small chips patches greenish corrosion colors visible dark gray brownish-gray green.