Caption

Denarius, Faustina the Younger (ca. 130–176; Roman empress 161–176) (posthumous), Marcus Aurelius (121–180; Roman emperor 161–180) (issuer). Obverse: draped bust of Faustina II facing right, inscription 'DIVA FAV•STINA PIA'. Reverse: draped throne with a long scepter lying on it; in front stands a peacock facing right, inscription 'CONSECRATIO'. After 176, Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome. Coin. Diameter 17.0–17.5 mm; weight 1.90 g; axis 195°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A59_065

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Keywords

Denarius Faustina Younger ca 130–176 Roman empress 161–176 posthumous Marcus Aurelius 121–180 Roman emperor 161–180 issuer Obverse draped bust Faustina II facing right inscription Diva Fav•Stina Pia Reverse throne long scepter lying front stands peacock Consecratio 176 Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin Diameter 17.0–17.5 mm weight 1.90 g axis 195° small round metallic object irregular edge showing worn raised design includes rectangular element form suggesting crouching animal metal surface aged varied texture shallow scratches visible colors shades gray silver darker gray shadows.