Faustina II; AE Sestertius; Juno
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Description
Faustina II (145 – 175 AD). AE Sestertius, Rome mint 161-164 AD. FAVSTINA AVGVSTA; draped bust right, with strings of pearls in hair / IVNO, Juno standing left, holding patera and scepter, peacock at feet, S-C.
Specifications
| Diameter [mm]: | AE29 |
| Weight [g]: | 22,34 |
| Grade: | aVF/gF |
| Attribution: | RIC 1645 |
| Commentary: | light brown patina, good portrait |
Historical Context
The Roman sources give bad report about Faustina accusing her of adultery with sailors, gladiators, Roman officials.
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