Faustina II, wife of Marcus Aurelius (died 176 AD). AV Aureus, 165-170 AD. Obv. FAVSTINA AVGVSTA. Draped bust right. Rev. SALVTI AVGVSTAE. Salus enthroned left, feeding from patera snake coiled around altar, resting left arm on throne back. RIC III (M. Aur.) 716. AV. 7.24 g. 19.00 mm. NGC # 2113106-100. A very attractive example, struck in high relief, with a lovely delicate portrait. about EF/ Good VF. Ex Pierre Crinon/Alde, Vente aux enchères 12 et 13 Juin 2012, lot 297. Encapsulated by NGC Ch XF. Strike 5/5; Surface 2/5. Ex jewelry.