Antoninianus - Egnatia Mariniana FELICIT DEORVM; Felicitas
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Mariniana (Egnatia Mariniana) (circa 253) |
| Emperor | Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 254-257 |
| 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#289549 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICIT DEORVM
Translation:
Felicitas Deorum.
Good fortune of the gods.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Egnatia Mariniana (FELICIT DEORVM; Felicitas) was issued during the reign of Emperor Valerian (253-260 AD) and his son Gallienus (253-268 AD). It's interesting to note that this coin was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire, with constant invasions by barbarian tribes and internal conflicts. Despite these challenges, the Roman Empire continued to produce high-quality coins like this one, showcasing their advanced metallurgical techniques and artistic skills.
