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One of 44 Greek imperial bronze coins: CM.273-1975

Object information

Awaiting location update

Titles

One of 44 Greek imperial bronze coins

Maker(s)

Mint: Bizya
Ruler: Faustina the younger

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Description

Thrace, Bizya, bronze coin for Faustina the Younger (d. 175/6), wife of Marcus Aurelius, 161-180

Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bought (1975-12-04)

Dating

161 - 176

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.273-1975
Primary reference Number: 280848
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Audit data

Created: Wednesday 24 February 2021 Updated: Thursday 7 December 2023 Last processed: Thursday 7 December 2023

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Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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