Faustina II, wife of Marcus Aurelius (died 176 AD). AE Sestertius, Rome mint, struck under M. Aurelius. D/ DIVA FAVSTINA PIA. Draped bust right, hair waved. R/ AETERNITAS SC. Aeternitas, veiled, seated left, holding globe surmounted by phoenix and sceptre. RIC (M. Aurel) 1696. C. 8. AE. g. 24.42 mm. 33.00 An outstanding example, with a delicate portrait of superb style, perfectly struck on a medallic flan and in excellent state of preservation. Enchanting glossy reddish brown patina, with emerald green spots. EF.