Caption

Denarius, Faustina the Elder (98–141; Roman empress 138–141) (posthumous), issuer Antoninus Pius (86–161; Roman emperor 138–161). Obverse: Bust of Faustina I in drapery facing right, inscription DIVA FAVSTINA around. Reverse: Ceres in a veil stands left, holding ears of corn in her outstretched right hand and a long torch in her left; inscription GVSTA circumferential. After 141. Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome. Coin; diameter 18.5 mm, weight 3.37 g, axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A53_026

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Keywords

Denarius Faustina Elder 98–141 Roman empress 138–141 posthumous issuer Antoninus Pius 86–161 Roman emperor 138–161 Obverse Bust Faustina I drapery facing right inscription DIVA FAVSTINA Reverse Ceres veil stands left holding ears corn outstretched right hand long torch inscription GVSTA circumferential 141 Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin diameter 18.5 mm weight 3.37 g axis 180° round metallic coin worn surface showing raised profile person relief detailed braided hair visible ear coin irregular edge small nicks slightly darker patina recessed areas lighter reflective highlights raised portions exhibiting shades gray silver dark gray plain white background.