138-161AD Ancient Rome Faustina the Elder DenariusThis is an authentic Ancient Roman denarius featuring Faustina the Elder, struck during the reign of Antoninus Pius (138161 AD). A fine example of Imperial era portraiture, it reflects the artistry and ceremonial imagery of Romes high empire. Obverse: Draped bust of Faustina I, right, her hair elaborately waved and coiled on top of the head. Reverse: Vesta, veiled and draped, standing left, holding a simpulum in her right hand and the palladium in her

surrounded by the customary legend and date

quartered shield bearing the royal arms with the date situated beside the shield and a surrounding legend

it may still exhibit contact marks or bag marks typical of coins that have not been spent

struck with the standard design used for the period

5% silver (sterling)

Specific year and design will be our selection from available stock

but the note remains intact without major damage or heavy staining

EF (Extremely Fine) indicates light wear on the highest points with most detail remaining sharp and attractive

Grade: EF (obverse graded gEF

Features Thorin Oakenshield as he is pitted against Azog the Defiler

Year: 1817

Uncirculated indicates the note shows no signs of circulation and retains its original crisp condition