Caption

Sestertius, 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 - FAVSTINA around. Reverse: Ceres stands frontally, head turned left; in her raised right hand a short torch, in her lowered left hand ears of corn, inscription A VGV - STA around, in S C fields. After 141; Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome. Coin: diameter 30.5–31.0 mm, weight 27.90 g, axis 15°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A70_031

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Keywords

Sestertius 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 - FAVSTINA Reverse Ceres stands frontally head turned left raised right hand short torch lowered hand ears corn inscription Vgv - Sta S C fields 141 Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin diameter 30.5–31.0 mm weight 27.90 g axis 15° circular coin raised profile person showing detailed hair styled updo braided coiled elements earring rendered low relief coin surface worn rough areas patches different finishes visible colors dark green dark brown hints reddish-brown across metal.