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, draped, hair in a bun; legend DIVA FAVSTINA (second part poorly legible). Reverse: Ceres standing turned to the left, holding a long burning torch in her right hand and lifting the hem of her robe with her left; legend AVGVS. After 141, Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome. Coin; weight 3.58 g; axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

Reference

LZT26A50_441

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Rights managed

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26.5Mb (881.5Kb) / 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 draped hair bun legend DIVA FAVSTINA second part poorly legible Reverse Ceres standing turned left holding long burning torch right hand lifting hem robe legend AVGVS 141 Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin weight 3.58 g axis 180° round worn object uneven edge center white background showing mottled surface shades brown dark gray lighter gray highlights surface several shallow grooves depressions forming faint irregular raised shapes texture looks rough slightly pitted subtle scratches smoother worn areas.