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, inscription 'VA - FAVSTIN' all around. Reverse: Peacock walking to the right, turning head to the left, inscription 'CONSECR - ATIO' all around. After 141, Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome. Coin: diameter 16.0–17.0 mm, weight 3.37 g, axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A69_428

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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 posthumous issuer Antoninus Pius 86–161 Roman emperor 138–161 Obverse Bust Faustina I drapery facing right inscription Va - Favstin Reverse Peacock walking turning head left Consecr - Atio 141 Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin diameter 16.0–17.0 mm weight 3.37 g axis 180° single round coin worn uneven edge sits white background showing raised profile person visible hair detail neck shoulders coin surface metallic gray darker gray shadows lighter gray highlights subtle scratches indentations across face rim.