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 DIV - FAVSTIN around. Reverse: Pietas standing left, holding an incense container in his left hand, raising his right hand above an altar, inscription A VGV - STA around. After 141, Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome. Coin: diameter 16.5–17.5 mm, weight 3.17 g, axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A69_438

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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 inscription DIV - FAVSTIN Reverse Pietas standing left holding incense container left hand raising right hand altar inscription Vgv - Sta 141 Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin diameter 16.5–17.5 mm weight 3.17 g axis 180° round dark gray coin slightly irregular edge rests white background showing raised profile person short wavy hair subtle neck shoulder outline coin surface worn textured appearance small dents lighter gray highlights raised areas.