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Sestertius with bust of Faustina II, struck under Marcus Aurelius

Roman
Imperial Period
A.D. 161–176
Mint: Rome

Medium/Technique Bronze
Dimensions Diameter: 30 mm. Weight: 22.49 gm. Die Axis: 12
Credit Line Storer Collection
Accession Number32.901
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsNumismaticsCoins

DescriptionObverse: Bust of Faustina II, draped, right.
FAVSTINA AVGVS[T]A
Reverse: Cybele, draped, sits right on throne holding drum with left hand on left knee, right arm at side. Lion to left and right of throne.
[MATRI] MAGNAE SC (in exergue)