Caption

Denarius, Marcus Aurelius (121–180; Roman emperor 161–180) and Faustina the Younger (ca. 130–176; Roman empress 161–176). Obverse: Bust of the empress right, draped, hair in waves tied in a bun, pearl border; inscription FAVTINA AVGVSTA. Reverse: FECVNDITAS standing right, holding scepter in left hand and child in right; pearl border; inscription FECVNDITAS. Date: ca. 161–176. Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome. Coin, weight 3.18 g, axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A51_246

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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 right draped hair waves tied bun pearl border inscription FAVTINA AVGVSTA Reverse Fecvnditas standing right holding scepter left hand child inscription FECVNDITAS Date 161–176 Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin weight 3.18 g axis 180° round metallic object worn uneven surface showing raised profile person facing tied back faint detailing facial features clothing object irregular edges embossed markings rim visible colors shades metallic gray dark gray hints brownish patina.