Caption

Denarius, Faustina the Elder (98–141; Roman empress 138–141) (posthumous), Antoninus Pius (86–161; Roman emperor 138–161) (issuer). Bust of Faustina I in drapery facing right, inscribed DIVA FAVSTINA around; reverse: Providentia stands left, holds a globe in her outstretched right hand and a windblown veil, inscribed AETERNITAS around. After 141, Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome. Coin; diameter 16.5–17.0 mm, weight 3.60 g, axis 165°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A69_463

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Keywords

Denarius Faustina Elder 98–141 Roman empress 138–141 posthumous Antoninus Pius 86–161 Roman emperor 138–161 issuer Bust Faustina I drapery facing right inscribed DIVA FAVSTINA reverse Providentia stands left holds globe outstretched right hand windblown veil inscribed AETERNITAS 141 Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin diameter 16.5–17.0 mm weight 3.60 g axis 165° round metallic object worn uneven edge displaying raised profile person visible hair facial contours set slightly darker recessed background object textured wear small scratches subtle highlights shadows emphasize relief visible colors shades gray dark gray silver.