Caption

Denarius, Faustina the Younger (ca. 130–176; Roman empress 161–176) (posthumous issue for Marcus Aurelius, 121–180; Roman emperor 161–180). Obverse: Bust of Faustina II in drapery facing right, legend 'DIVA FAVSTINA PIA.' Reverse: Peacock standing right with folded tail, legend 'CONSECRATIO.' After 176 CE, Roman Empire, Rome. Coin: diameters 17.5 mm and 19.0 mm, weight 3.00 g, axis 0°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

Reference

LZT26A72_308

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Keywords

Denarius Faustina Younger ca 130–176 Roman empress 161–176 posthumous issue Marcus Aurelius 121–180 Roman emperor 161–180 Obverse Bust Faustina II drapery facing right legend Diva Favstina Pia Reverse Peacock standing folded tail Consecratio 176 Ce Roman Empire Rome Coin diameters 17.5 mm 19.0 mm weight 3.00 g axis 0° worn round metallic object irregular edge shown white background featuring raised depiction bird- figure long neck tail textured body metal surface patches darker discoloration areas lighter shine small notches dents rim.