Description
Faustina II (died 175 AD). AE Sestertius, Rome mint 176 AD. DIVA FAVSTINA PIA; draped bust right / CONSECRATIO, S-C; Faustina, veiled and holding sceptre, seated left on peacock flying upward to the right.
Faustina II; AE Sestertius; Faustina on peacock
155,00 €
Specifications
| Diameter [mm]: | AE32 |
| Weight [g]: | 23,66 |
| Grade: | aVF/gF |
| Attribution: | RIC III 1702; Cohen 69 |
| Commentary: | scarce; brown patina, some rougness and pitting |
Historical Context
Faustina died in the aftermath of Avidius Cassius revolt, either of gout or as a result of her involvement in the rebellion.
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