Lot 95: FAUSTINA II, wife of Marcus Aurelius. Augusta, 147-176 AD. Æ Dupondius. Rome mint.

AUCTION: VAuctions Grand Reopening (Auction 212)

Description

FAUSTINA II, wife of Marcus Aurelius. Augusta, 147-176 AD. Æ Dupondius (26mm - 13.55 g). Rome mint. FAVSTINAE AVG PII AVG FIL, draped bust right, band of pearls in hair / PVDIC-ITIA, SC in exergue, Pudicitia, veiled, seated left, placing right hand to lips, left resting on lap. RIC III 1404b (Pius); BMCRE 2159. Near EF from the standpoint of wear, but with some scattered porosity on both sides, charming portrait.

Lot Details

Offered By: VAuctions
Lot #: 95
Listing #: 199834
Closed: Thursday, September 18, 2008 8:08:00 PM CT
Estimate: $250

Sold Winning Bid: $400
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Description

Lot Details

Offered By: VAuctions
Lot #: 95
Listing #: 199834
Closed: Thursday, September 18, 2008 8:08:00 PM CT
Estimate: $250