Caption

Denarius, Faustina the Younger (ca. 130–176; Roman empress 161–176) (posthumous), Marcus Aurelius (121–180; Roman emperor 161–180) (issuer). Bust of Faustina II in drapery facing right, inscribed DIVA FAVSTINA PIA around. Reverse: rectangular altar with a pair of doors and a finial in the form of horns, inscribed CONSECRATIO around. After 176 CE, Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome. Coin. Diameter 17.0–17.5 mm, weight 2.50 g, axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A72_298

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Keywords

Denarius Faustina Younger ca 130–176 Roman empress 161–176 posthumous Marcus Aurelius 121–180 Roman emperor 161–180 issuer Bust Faustina II drapery facing right inscribed DIVA FAVSTINA PIA Reverse rectangular altar pair doors finial form horns inscribed CONSECRATIO 176 Ce Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin Diameter 17.0–17.5 mm weight 2.50 g axis 180° circular metallic object worn uneven edge sits white background object predominantly silver-gray variations tone showing slightly darker gray recessed square area center lighter gray raised borders markings small chips irregularities rim.