FAUSTINA JUNIOR (DAUGHTER OF ANTONINUS PIUS & WIFE OF MARCUS AURELIUS). AV Aureus (7.16 gms), Rome Mint, ca. A.D. 161-176.
RIC-717; Calico-2074. "FAVSTINA AVGVSTA" Draped and diademed bust of Faustina with hair pulled back facing right; Reverse: "SALVTI AVGVSTAE" Salus seated facing left, extending patera to snake coiled around altar. Mild wear to the high points of the bust. A lovely piece, well centered with a solid strike. NGC Ch VF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 3/5.
Estimate: $2500.00- $3500.00