Diva Faustina Senior (AD 138-140/1). AV aureus (18mm, 7.27 gm, 6h). NGC Choice AU S 5/5 - 5/5. Rome, AD 145-150. DIVA FAV-STINA, draped bust of Diva Faustina Senior left, seen from front, wearing thin band, hair elaborately waved in several loops around head, braided, drawn up and coiled on top with pearls / AV-GV-S-TA, Fortuna standing facing, veiled head left, patera in outstretched right hand, rudder in left set on globe. RIC -. BMCRE -. Cohen -. Calicó 1762 (this coin). Apparently a very rare variety with bust left, unrecorded in most references, in an exceptional state of preservation. Ex Heritage Auctions, Auction 3049 Long Beach (8 September 2016), lot 30261

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