Faustina the Younger (147–175). Aureus, N.D. (152–153), Rome.

Obverse: FAVSTINA AVG – PII AVG FIL. Draped bust facing right, with a bun.
Reverse: CONCORDIA. Dove on the right.
Calico 2045a - RIC.503; Gold - 7.35 g - 20 mm - 5 h
From a Leu 10 auction, May 29, 1974, lot 185; then NAC 23, March 19, 2002, lot 1582; and finally NAC 135, November 21, 2022, lot 307.
Excellent centering on the obverse, with all the millgrain intact. Close to its original mint condition with a slight patina on the original polish. Superb, mint condition.

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