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denarius, Marcus Aurelius (121–180; Roman emperor 161–180), Faustina the Younger (ca. 130–176; Roman empress 161–176), busts, Faustina the Younger, Marcus Aurelius, Ceres (mythology), iconography, imperial busts, ears of corn (attribute), torch (attribute). Obv. FAVSTINA AVGVSTA — Bust of the empress on the right in drapery, hair arranged in waves and tied in a bun at the back of the head. Pearl border. Rv. C·E RES — Ceres sits on a chest, turned left, holding ears of corn in her right hand and a torch in her left. 161–176, Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome; coin; weight 3.59 g; axis 180 degrees.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A51_228

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42.1Mb (2.8Mb) / 12.8in x 12.8in / 3838 x 3838 (300dpi)

Keywords

denarius Marcus Aurelius 121–180 Roman emperor 161–180 Faustina Younger ca 130–176 Roman empress 161–176 busts Ceres mythology iconography imperial busts ears corn attribute torch Obv Favstina Avgvsta Bust empress right drapery hair arranged waves tied bun back head Pearl border Rv C·E Res Ceres sits chest turned left holding ears right hand left 161–176 Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome coin weight 3.59 g axis 180 degrees round worn metallic coin uneven slightly dented edge showing raised profile person facing person's hair styled back visible waves neck shoulders faintly outlined surface scratches small pits areas discoloration darker lighter patches visible colors include silver gray brownish tones hints greenish corrosion aged irregular rim indentations subtle raised decorative ridges portrait.