Faustina Sr. (AD 138–140/1) Roman Empire AR Denarius NGC VF

Faustina Sr. — Coinage of AD 138–140/1

This silver AR Denarius was issued for Faustina Sr. during AD 138–140/1 and belongs to the coinage of Roman Empire.

Coin Details

• Ruler: Faustina Sr.
• Date: AD 138–140/1
• Empire/region: Roman Empire
• Denomination: AR Denarius
• Metal: Silver
• NGC grade: VF — Very Fine (Sheldon scale equivalent 20–25)

Historical Context

Faustina the Elder was the wife of Emperor Antoninus Pius and became Augusta early in his reign. Her public image emphasized dynastic continuity, fertility and the virtues expected of an imperial matron.

After her death in AD 140 or 141, the Senate deified her. Antoninus issued an extensive series of commemorative coins in her honor, making her posthumous coinage one of the most familiar records of Roman imperial consecration.

What This Coin Tells Us

Ancient coins combined everyday monetary use with official communication. Portraits, titles and reverse types expressed authority, religious ideas, military success and the legitimacy of the ruling house.

As an archaeological and historical object, this coin offers a tangible connection to the people, institutions and economic life of its period. Individual examples naturally vary in strike, centering, wear, patina and surviving detail.

What You Will Receive

One NGC-encapsulated AR Denarius of the stated type and grade is supplied per purchase.

Stock-photo notice: The photographs are representative of the product offering. The coin supplied may differ from the pictured example in portrait style, reverse design, inscriptions, centering, toning, surface appearance and other individual characteristics while remaining within the stated coin type and any expressly stated grade.