Caption

Denarius, Faustina the Elder (98–141; Roman empress 138–141) (posthumously), issuer Antoninus Pius (86–161; Roman emperor 138–161). Obverse: Bust of Faustina I in drapery facing right, inscription D IVA - FA, TINA around. Reverse: Ceres (veiled) stands left, holding ears of corn in her outstretched right hand and a long torch in her left, inscription C - E - R, S around. After 141, Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome. Coin; diameter 15.5–17.0 mm, weight 2.95 g, axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A69_365

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58.0Mb (2.1Mb) / 15.0in x 15.0in / 4504 x 4504 (300dpi)

Keywords

Denarius Faustina Elder 98–141 Roman empress 138–141 posthumously issuer Antoninus Pius 86–161 Roman emperor 138–161 Obverse Bust Faustina I drapery facing right inscription D IVA - FA Tina Reverse Ceres veiled stands left holding ears corn outstretched right hand long torch left inscription C - E - R S 141 Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin diameter 15.5–17.0 mm weight 2.95 g axis 180° single worn round coin uneven edge showing high-relief profile person stylized hair facial features visible coin surface metallic dark gray silver tones areas lighter highlight raised portions darker shadowed recesses small chips irregularities rim.