Caption

Denarius, posthumous issue for Faustina the Elder (98–141; Roman empress 138–141). Issuer: Antoninus Pius (86–161; Roman emperor 138–161). Obverse: Bust of Faustina I in drapery facing right, inscription 'D V FAV' (all around). Reverse: Throne covered with drapery, a scepter leaning on its left side, a peacock with folded tail, inscription 'AETE' (all around). After 141 CE, Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome. Coin; diameter 18.0–18.5 mm, weight 2.88 g, axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A57_327

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Keywords

Denarius posthumous issue Faustina Elder 98–141 Roman empress 138–141 Issuer Antoninus Pius 86–161 Roman emperor 138–161 Obverse Bust Faustina I drapery facing right inscription D V Fav Reverse Throne covered scepter leaning left side peacock folded tail Aete 141 Ce Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin diameter 18.0–18.5 mm weight 2.88 g axis 180° round metallic object worn uneven edge raised profile person relief object dark gray lighter gray highlights subtle brownish discoloration places set plain white background.