Numismatica Ars Classica - Auction 144 with CNG & NGSA, Lot 1087
The Geoffrey Cope Collection of Ancient Greek and Roman Bronzes. The Roman Empire. Diva Faustina I, wife of Antonius Pius.
Description
As, Roma after 141, Æ 26 mm, 12.05 g. DIVA FAV – STINA AVG Veiled and draped bust r., wearing stephane. Rev. AE[TER] – NITAS Fortuna standing l., holding globe and rudder; in field, S – C.
Reference
C 9
BMC A. Pius 1557 note
RIC A. Pius 1160
Condition
A portrait of exquisite style, the work of a very talented engraver, struck in
very high relief. Lovel...