Diva Faustina II (wife of M. Aurelius). AE Sestertius. Rome, AD 175-180

Roman Imperial. Diva Faustina II (wife of M. Aurelius). AE Sestertius (bronze, 24.65g, 30mm). Rome, AD 175-180

Obv: Draped bust of Diva to right

Rev: CONSECRATIO; Faustina, holding veil and sceptre, seated to left on back of peacock flying to right; S-C across fields

Ref: RIC III 1702 (Aurelius)

Rarity/Choice: Common, Fine

Note: This issue commemorates Faustina the Younger after her death and deification. Struck in Rome, it reflects the importance of imperial family members in reinforcing dynastic continuity and religious legitimacy. This era, though part of the Pax Romana, was also marked by military pressures and internal challenges, highlighting the contrast between imperial stability and emerging difficulties.