Caption

Denarius of Marcus Aurelius (121–180; Roman emperor 161–180) and Faustina the Younger (ca. 130–176; Roman empress 161–176). Obverse: Bust of the empress draped, hair arranged in waves and tied in a bun at the back; pearl border; inscription 'ADV. FAVSTINA AVGVSTA'. Reverse: Diana turned left, holding a torch with both hands; pearl border; inscription 'DIANA LVCIF'. Date: 161–176. Roman Empire, Rome. Coin; weight 3.07 g; axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A51_239

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Keywords

Denarius Marcus Aurelius 121–180 Roman emperor 161–180 Faustina Younger ca 130–176 Roman empress 161–176 Obverse Bust empress draped hair arranged waves tied bun back pearl border inscription Adv Favstina Avgvsta Reverse Diana turned left holding torch hands Diana Lvcif Date 161–176 Roman Empire Rome Coin weight 3.07 g axis 180° round worn metallic object uneven chipped edge displayed white background surface textured scratches slight dents showing central vertical raised figure outstretched shapes suggesting limbs surrounded worn markings rim visible colors include dark gray brownish-gray hints lighter gray higher points edges.