Denarius (Coin) Portraying Empress Faustina the Elder

WW-141-013606

141·Silver·Diam.: 1.8 cm (3/4 in.)

<p>The front (obverse) of this coin portrays the head of Empress Faustina the Elder with an elaborate braided hairstyle and diadem, facing to the right. The back (reverse) depicts Eternity (or the goddess Juno), standing facing left.</p>

Catalogue

Year: 141
Medium: Silver
Dimensions: Diam.: 1.8 cm (3/4 in.)
Collection: Art Institute of Chicago

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Year: 141
Medium: Silver
Dimensions: Diam.: 1.8 cm (3/4 in.)
Watts ID: WW-141-013606

Source

Collection: Art Institute of Chicago
Source: aic
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Status: verified

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