Faustina Junior (147-176) - Denarius - Venus holding dove and sceptre (EF)

The obverse of this denarius features a draped bust of Faustina II facing right witht he legend FAVSTINA AVGVSTA.
On the reverse Venus stands gracefully, facing left. She holds a dove and sceptre. The dove in Venus’s hand symbolizes peace, love, and divine favour. It’s a powerful representation of her role as the goddess of love. The sceptre emphasizes Venus’s authority and her ability to influence matters of desire and attraction.

Coins like this denarius were used to convey the virtues and roles of imperial women, associating Faustina with Venus' qualities of harmony, beauty, and fertility.

Faustina II, also known as Faustina the Younger, was the wife of Emperor Marcus Aurelius. She lived during the second century AD, from approximately 147 to 176. As an empress, she left her mark not only through her marriage but also on the coinage of the Roman Empire.

Weight 3.16g
(ref:AHC205)