Caption

Denarius, Marcus Aurelius (121–180; Roman emperor 161–180) and Faustina the Younger (ca. 130–176; Roman empress 161–176). Silver coin, weight 3.01 g, Rome, Roman Empire (27 BC–476), dated 161–176. Obverse: FAVSTINA AVGVSTA — draped bust of the empress right, hair in waves tied in a bun, pearl border. Reverse: FECVNDITAS — Fecunditas standing right, holding a scepter in her left hand and a child in her right, pearl border. Iconography: imperial busts; Fecunditas (personification) with child and scepter.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A51_248

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Rights managed

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40.1Mb (2.6Mb) / 12.5in x 12.5in / 3744 x 3744 (300dpi)

Keywords

Denarius Marcus Aurelius 121–180 Roman emperor 161–180 Faustina Younger ca 130–176 empress 161–176 Silver coin weight 3.01 g Rome Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 dated 161–176 Obverse Favstina Avgvsta draped bust empress right hair waves tied bun pearl border Reverse Fecvnditas Fecunditas standing right holding scepter left hand child Iconography imperial busts personification worn circular metal coin raised profile person facing showing hair pulled back facial features low relief surrounded raised border ring indented markings edge coin surface scratches small dents areas darker lighter patina shades silver gray brown hint green.