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Sestertius of Faustina II (wife of Marcus Aurelius) (Main View, obverse)

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The J. Paul Getty Museum

The J. Paul Getty Museum
Los Angeles, United States

Obverse: Draped bust of Faustina on the right. Inscribed: DIVA FAUSTINA PIA. Reverse: an altar. Inscribed: CONSECRATIO SC.

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  • Title: Sestertius of Faustina II (wife of Marcus Aurelius) (Main View, obverse)
  • Creator: Unknown
  • Date Created: A.D. 176–180
  • Location Created: Rome, Lazio, Italy
  • Physical Dimensions: 0.029 kg (0.0639 lb.)
  • Type: Coin
  • External Link: Find out more about this object on the Museum website.
  • Medium: Bronze
  • Terms of Use: Open Content
  • Number: 83.NH.425.11
  • Culture: Roman
  • Credit Line: The J. Paul Getty Museum, Villa Collection, Malibu, California, Gift of James T. Worlton
  • Creator Display Name: Unknown
  • Classification: Coins (Money)
The J. Paul Getty Museum

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