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, legend 'DIVA FAV...' all around. Reverse: Ceres veiled, standing left, right hand raised, holding a torch in left, legend 'CONSECR...' (O circumferential). After 141 CE, Roman Empire (27 BCE–476 CE), Rome. Coin; diameter 17.5–19.0 mm; weight 2.98 g.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A57_274

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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 legend Diva Fav Reverse Ceres veiled standing left right hand raised holding torch left Consecr O circumferential 141 Ce Roman Empire 27 Bce–476 Ce Rome Coin diameter 17.5–19.0 mm weight 2.98 g worn round coin irregular edge sits white background showing raised profile person relief coin metallic shades gray dark silver areas lighter silver highlights surface catches light slightly darker gray recessed parts small nicks chips rim shallow scratches worn spots across face profile features visible nose forehead chin softened contours wear.