Antoninianus - Cornelia Salonina FELICITAS SAECVLI; Felicitas
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Cornelia Salonina (Julia Cornelia Salonina) (254-268) |
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 260-268 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#289696 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICITAS SAECVLI
Translation:
Felicitas Saeculi.
Fortune of the ages.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus coin featuring Cornelia Salonina is that it was issued during a time of great economic turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Gallienus, who ruled from 260 to 268 AD. During this period, the empire was facing severe inflation, and the value of the Roman currency was rapidly declining. Despite this, the Antoninianus coin remained a popular form of currency, and its production continued until the late 3rd century AD. This coin is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the Roman Empire, even in times of economic instability.