Caption

Denarius, Marcus Aurelius (121–180; Roman emperor 161–180) and Faustina the Younger (ca. 130–176; Roman empress 161–176). Obverse: AV. FAVSTINA AVGVSTA — Bust of the Empress right, in drapery, hair in waves tied in a bun; pearl border. Reverse: VENVGENETRIX — Venus in military dress stands turned left, holds Victoria in right raised hand, rests left on a shield; pearl border. Date: 161–176 CE, Roman Empire. Rome. Coin, weight 3.11 g, axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A51_290

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Keywords

Denarius Marcus Aurelius 121–180 Roman emperor 161–180 Faustina Younger ca 130–176 Roman empress 161–176 Obverse Av Favstina Avgvsta Bust Empress right drapery hair waves tied bun pearl border Reverse Venvgenetrix Venus military dress stands turned left holds Victoria right raised hand rests left shield Date 161–176 Ce Roman Empire Rome Coin weight 3.11 g axis 180° round metallic object worn uneven edge raised profile person's head side view center surface scratches indentations areas wear circular border near rim irregular markings perimeter colors visible gray dark gray brownish-gray small hints greenish patina.