Description: Very Rare Roman Medallion 147-175/6AD Roman Empire Medallion Faustina Jr. / Diana Standing on Doe, 55.04g Bronze NGC Fine, 1/4 (Damaged) We usually think of the origins of modern medal-making having its roots in the Renaissance. However, it was actually the Romans who proliferated the art ephemeral metallic propaganda, before it disappeared in the Dark Ages. Very thick, housed in a double-thick slab, and weighing over 55 grams, despite a roughly 38mm diameter. Medals had no practical purpose or use, other than to celebrate an achievement, and surviving Roman medallions are exceptionally rare. Hard surfaces despite considerable erosion, and a nice original river patina is quite desirable. This piece would be choice if not for some literally "ancient" damage to the lower reverse. That said, anything materially better would be at least a thousand dollars more, and this is a handsome entry level piece.Faustina Jr. was the daughter of Emperor Antoninus Pius and Faustina Senior. She and her husband, Emperor Marcus Aurelius, reigned from 161AD to 176AD. She was given the honorary title of "Mother of the Camp" because she was beloved by her soldiers. Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE RETURN POLICY! If you are unhappy with this item, for any reason, just send it back in its unopened, original holder, within 30 days, for a full refund. No questions asked! Just let us know it's coming via e-mail. Thanks for shopping DM Rare Coins on Ebay! Looking for something out of the ordinary? We scrutinize thousands of PCGS and NGC slabs to provide you with coins that are truly special, and we do it with fast, knowledgeable, and courteous service. Whether you are seeking beautiful color, an exceptional strike; or maybe proof-like luster, a rare die variety, or even CAC verification; we have something for everyone. The Photographs seen here are compliments of DM Rare Coins Coin Photography Service!
Price: 895 USD
Location: Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania
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All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
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Denomination: Medallion
Historical Period: Roman: Imperial (27 BC-476 AD)
Cleaned/Uncleaned: Uncleaned
Composition: Bronze
Year: 176 AD
Era: Ancient
Grade: Fine
Ruler: Faustina II
Country/Region of Manufacture: Italy
Certification: NGC
