Caption

Sestertius, Faustina the Younger (ca. 130–176; Roman empress 161–176), issuer Marcus Aurelius (121–180; Roman emperor 161–180). Obverse: bust of Faustina II in drapery facing right, inscription FAVSTINA · AVGVSTA. Reverse: Diana standing left, holding a long torch in both hands, inscription DIANA · LVCIF in SC fields. Date: 161–176, Rome, Roman Empire (27 BC–476). Coin; diameter 30.0–30.5 mm, weight 25.2 g, axis 15°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A72_221

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Keywords

Sestertius Faustina Younger ca 130–176 Roman empress 161–176 issuer Marcus Aurelius 121–180 Roman emperor 161–180 Obverse bust Faustina II drapery facing right inscription FAVSTINA · AVGVSTA Reverse Diana standing left holding long torch hands inscription DIANA · LVCIF SC fields Date 161–176 Rome Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Coin diameter 30.0–30.5 mm weight 25.2 g axis 15° round metallic object worn uneven surface showing profile person low relief metal displays mix dark brown black golden-bronze tones areas abrasion scratches edge slightly irregular dented.