Sestertius, Faustina the Younger (ca. 130–176; Roman empress 161–176) (posthumously), issuer Marcus Aurelius (121–180; Roman emperor 161–180). Obverse: Bust of Faustina II in drapery facing right, legend DIVA FAV- PIA all around. Reverse: Diana in a long robe, with a crescent on her shoulders, standing with head turned right, holding a burning torch in both hands; legend VS-RE- all around, in SC fields. After 176, Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome. Coin (sestertius): diameter 29.5–30.0 mm, weight 20.10 g, axis 195°.
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Sestertius, Faustina the Younger (ca. 130–176; Roman empress 161–176) (posthumously), issuer Marcus Aurelius (121–180; Roman emperor 161–180). Obverse: Bust of Faustina II in drapery facing right, legend DIVA FAV- PIA all around. Reverse: Diana in a long robe, with a crescent on her shoulders, standing with head turned right, holding a burning torch in both hands; legend VS-RE- all around, in SC fields. After 176, Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome. Coin (sestertius): diameter 29.5–30.0 mm, weight 20.10 g, axis 195°.

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Sestertius Faustina Younger ca 130–176 Roman empress 161–176 posthumously issuer Marcus Aurelius 121–180 Roman emperor 161–180 Obverse Bust Faustina II drapery facing right legend DIVA FAV- PIA Reverse Diana long robe crescent shoulders standing head turned holding burning torch hands legend VS-RE- SC fields 176 Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin sestertius diameter 29.5–30.0 mm weight 20.10 g axis 195° round weathered metal object uneven edge showing profile relief person surface displays mix brown dark brown coppery greenish tones areas darker patina lighter worn highlights small rough chips surface irregularities.

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