Caption

Denarius, Marcus Aurelius (121–180; Roman emperor 161–180) and Faustina the Younger (c.130–176; Roman empress 161–176). Obverse: Bust of the empress to the right in drapery, hair arranged in waves and tied in a bun, pearl border; legend FAVSTINA AVGVSTA. Reverse: Hilaritas stands facing left, holding a long palm in her right hand and a cornucopia in her left (traces of a legend). Date: 161–176. Roman Empire, Rome. Coin; weight 2.89 g; axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A51_266

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40.1Mb (2.3Mb) / 12.5in x 12.5in / 3744 x 3744 (300dpi)

Keywords

Denarius Marcus Aurelius 121–180 Roman emperor 161–180 Faustina Younger c.130–176 empress 161–176 Obverse Bust right drapery hair arranged waves tied bun pearl border legend FAVSTINA AVGVSTA Reverse Hilaritas stands facing left holding long palm right hand cornucopia left traces legend Date Roman Empire Rome Coin weight 2.89 g axis 180° circular metal object worn uneven surface raised profile human head right-facing relief showing textured hair facial contours edges irregular small chips cracks Colors visible include shades dark gray brownish-gray lighter gray highlights.