Caption

Denarius, Marcus Aurelius (121–180; Roman emperor 161–180) and Faustina the Younger (c.130–176; Roman empress 161–176). Busts; imperial numism. Obverse inscribed 'ADV. FAVSTINA AVGVSTA': bust of the empress right, draped, hair in waves tied in a bun, pearl border. Reverse inscribed 'DIANA LVCIF': Diana turned left holding a torch with both hands, pearl border. Date: 161–176. Roman Empire (27 BC–476). Rome. Coin; weight 3.07 g; axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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Keywords

Denarius Marcus Aurelius 121–180 Roman emperor 161–180 Faustina Younger c.130–176 empress 161–176 Busts imperial numism Obverse inscribed Adv Favstina Avgvsta bust empress right draped hair waves tied bun pearl border Reverse inscribed Diana Lvcif Diana turned left holding torch hands Date Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin weight 3.07 g axis 180° worn round metal coin irregular edges showing signs damage small chips surface primarily dark gray areas lighter gray highlights brownish patina obverse displays raised profile person facing right visible facial contours hair detail surrounded rim decorative raised elements worn partially missing coin surface scratches small cracks lighting creates subtle shadows emphasizing relief texture.