Caption

Denarius, Antoninus Pius (86–161; Roman emperor 138–161), Faustina the Elder (98–141; Roman empress 138–141). Obverse: (first part of the legend poorly legible) bust of the empress turned to the right, draped, hair in a bun on top of the head, pearl border. Reverse: PIETAS — Pietas stands turned to the left, right arm raised and bent at the elbow holding her hand over a burning altar, left arm bent at her side, pearl border. After 141, Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome. Coin, weight 2.93 g, axis 180 degrees.

Credit line

Photo12/Liszt Collection

Reference

LZT26A50_454

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42.2Mb (2.2Mb) / 12.8in x 12.8in / 3840 x 3840 (300dpi)

Keywords

Denarius Antoninus Pius 86–161 Roman emperor 138–161 Faustina Elder 98–141 Roman empress 138–141 Obverse first part legend poorly legible bust empress turned right draped hair bun top head pearl border Reverse Pietas Pietas stands turned left right arm raised bent elbow holding hand burning altar left arm bent side 141 Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin weight 2.93 g axis 180 degrees worn round metallic object uneven edge showing raised profile person relief surface dark gray brownish patina lighter gray highlights raised areas visible scratches small chips rim.