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© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
As of Faustina the Younger
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
ClassificationsGreek and Roman Art

As of Faustina the Younger

Place CreatedRome, Italy, Europe
Place FoundEl Jem, Tunisia, Africa
CultureRoman
PeriodImperial, reign of Marcus Aurelius
Date161-176 CE
MediumCopper alloy
Credit LineGift of Dr. John H. Ridley
Dimensions15/16 in., 0.3 oz (2.4 cm, 8.6 g)
Object number1991.007.014
Label TextObverse: Draped bust of Faustina the Younger to right

Reverse: Draped figure of Juno standing left, olding patera in extended right hand and sceptre in left hand; at left by feet, a peacock
ProvenanceEx coll. John H. Ridley, Atlanta, Georgia, purchased El Jem, Tunisia, 1972.
Status
Not on view
Collections
  • Greek and Roman Art
Technical NotesDie Axis: 12