Faustina II; AE Sestertius; Commodus and Antoninus on pulvinar

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Description

Faustina II (Augusta, 147-175 AD). AE Sestertius, Rome mint 161-164 AD. FAVSTINA AVGVSTA; draped bust right, wearing stephane / SAECVLI FELICIT; Commodus and Antoninus as children seated on draped pulvinar, SC in fields.

Specifications

Diameter [mm]: AE32
Weight [g]: 20,66
Grade: gF/gF
Attribution: RIC III 1665
Commentary: scarce; grey patina, some roughness and scratches

Historical Context

In ancient Rome a pulvinar was an empty throne, a cushioned couch for occupation by a deity.

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