Caption

Denarius, Marcus Aurelius (121–180; Roman emperor 161–180) and Faustina the Younger (ca. 130–176; Roman empress 161–176). Obverse: draped bust of the empress on the right, hair in waves tied in a bun, wearing a diadem; legend ADV·FAVSTINA·AV. Pearl border. Reverse: SAECVLI·FELICIT, throne decorated with drapery on which two children sit; pearl border. Date: 161–176. Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome. Coin; weight 2.64 g; axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A51_287

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Keywords

Denarius Marcus Aurelius 121–180 Roman emperor 161–180 Faustina Younger ca 130–176 Roman empress 161–176 Obverse draped bust empress right hair waves tied bun wearing diadem legend ADV·FAVSTINA·AV Pearl border Reverse Saecvli·Felicit throne decorated drapery two children sit pearl border Date 161–176 Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin weight 2.64 g axis 180° circular metal object worn uneven edge weathered surface showing rectangular framed area etched center containing simple carved figurative shapes surface displays hairline cracks rough pits shallow groove crossing near left edge visible colors include shades gray dark silver muted brownish tones.