Caption

Denarius, Faustina the Elder (98–141; Roman empress 138–141) (posthumously), Antoninus Pius (86–161; Roman emperor 138–161) (issuer). Obverse: Bust of Faustina I in drapery facing right, inscription DIVA FAVSTINA around. Reverse: Ceres in a veil stands to the left, raises her right hand, holds a torch in her left, partial inscription CON- -CRATI around. After 141. Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome. Coin: diameter 18.0 mm, weight 2.62 g, axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

Reference

LZT26A57_272

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55.1Mb (2.2Mb) / 14.6in x 14.6in / 4387 x 4387 (300dpi)

Keywords

Denarius Faustina Elder 98–141 Roman empress 138–141 posthumously Antoninus Pius 86–161 Roman emperor 138–161 issuer Obverse Bust Faustina I drapery facing right inscription DIVA FAVSTINA Reverse Ceres veil stands left raises right hand holds torch partial inscription CON- -CRATI 141 Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin diameter 18.0 mm weight 2.62 g axis 180° round metallic object uneven edge shown white background appearing shades gray silver surface raised profile human head relief surrounding raised decorative ridges small scratches dents object slightly irregular worn perimeter subtle variations tone darker gray lighter silver highlights.