Antoninianus - Diocletianus FELICITAS AVG; Felicitas
| Silver | 3.4 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Diocletian (Gaius Aurelius Valerius Diocletianus) (284-305) Maximian Herculius (Marcus Aurelius Valerius Maximianus) (286-305) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 285-293 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#305587 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, leaning on column with right arm and holding caduceus in left hand, crossing legs.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FELICITAS AVG
B/-//-
Translation:
Felicitas Augusti.
Good fortune of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus - Diocletianus coin is that it was issued during a time of economic reform and monetary restructuring in the Roman Empire. The coin was introduced as part of Diocletian's reform of the Roman currency system, which aimed to address issues of inflation and debasement of the currency. The Antoninianus - Diocletianus coin was made of silver and had a higher purity level than previous coins, indicating a shift towards a more stable and reliable currency system.
