Lot 4279
Sale 135 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals
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Description
Faustina Senior, wife of Antoninus Pius, (died A.D. 141), silver denarius, issued 141, (2.83 g), obv. DIVA FAVSTINA, draped bust to right, rev. AVGVSTA around, Venus standing facing, head left, holding apple, resting left hand on shield, (S.-, RIC 366, RSC 73). Toned good very fine, scarce.
Ex Dr Hugh Preston Collection.
Previously M&M, 9-1989, lot 1054.
- Estimate
- $120
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $130