Caption

Denarius, Marcus Aurelius (121–180; Roman emperor 161–180) and Faustina the Younger (ca. 130–176; Roman empress 161–176). Obverse: FAVSTINA AVGVSTA — bust of the empress right, draped, hair in waves tied in a bun, pearl border. Reverse: FECVND AVGVSTAE — Fecunditas standing left holding two children, with two girls at her sides, pearl border. Iconography: Faustina the Younger; Fecunditas (personification) standing with children. Date: 161–176. Roman Empire, Rome. Coin, weight 3.05 g.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A51_241

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Keywords

Denarius Marcus Aurelius 121–180 Roman emperor 161–180 Faustina Younger ca 130–176 Roman empress 161–176 Obverse Favstina Avgvsta bust empress right draped hair waves tied bun pearl border Reverse Fecvnd Avgvstae Fecunditas standing left holding two children two girls sides Iconography personification children Date 161–176 Roman Empire Rome Coin weight 3.05 g round metal coin worn uneven edge resting white background coin raised central figure standing person flanked smaller figures engraved decorative shapes rim coin's surface mix muted gray dark brown hints green patina brighter highlights raised areas.