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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
CollectionsAncient Greece and Rome
ClassificationsNumismatics – Coins
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)
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)