Antoninianus - Claudius II Gothicus FELIC TEMPO; Felicitas
| Silver | 2.5 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Claudius II (Marcus Aurelius Claudius) (268-270) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 268-270 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290118 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELIC TEMPO
Translation:
Felicitas Temporum.
Fortunate times.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Felicitas, who was revered as a symbol of good luck and prosperity. The inclusion of her image on the coin may have been a deliberate choice by the Roman authorities to promote a sense of optimism and prosperity during a time of political and economic instability.
![Antoninianus - Claudius II Gothicus [FECV]NDITAS AVG; Fecunditas front](/storage/images/Antoninianus-Claudius-II-Gothicus-FECVNDITAS-AVG-Fecunditas_290117_1.webp)
![Antoninianus - Claudius II Gothicus [FECV]NDITAS AVG; Fecunditas back](/storage/images/Antoninianus-Claudius-II-Gothicus-FECVNDITAS-AVG-Fecunditas_290117_2.webp)
