FAUSTINA SENIOR (WIFE OF ANTONINUS PIUS). AV Aureus (7.24 gms), Rome Mint, ca. A.D. 146-161. NGC AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 2/5. Scratches, Edge Filing, Brushed.

RIC-349A; Cal-1743A. Posthumous issue, struck under Antoninus Pius. Obverse: Draped bust right, hair bound; Reverse: Fortuna standing left, holding patera and rudder. An lovely Aureus gleaming with golden luster and struck on a broad flan. Exhibiting very little circulation wear, its devices stand in high relief. A few scratches are seen on the fields, and the noted edge filing is difficult to spot from the holder. An impressive piece.

Estimate: $2500.00- $3500.00