Faustina II; AE Sestertius; Hilaritas with palm and cornucopiae

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SKU: 008-07-02-46315

Description

Faustina II (161 – 175 AD). AE Sestertius, Rome ca. 161-164 AD. FAVSTINA AVGVSTA; draped bust right / HILARITAS; Hilaritas standing left holding long palm and cornucopia, S-C across fields.

Specifications

Diameter [mm]: AE30
Weight [g]: 25,02
Grade: F/gF
Attribution: RIC 1642
Commentary: chocolate-brown patina with traces of green

Historical Context

Death of Faustina in winter 175 AD could have been a retaliation for her role in the revolt of Avidus Cassius.

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