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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Florianus LAETITIA FVND; Laetitia
276 year| Silver | 3.6 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Florian (Marcus Annius Florianus) (276) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 276 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291464 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Laetitia, draped, standing left, holding wreath in right hand and anchor in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LAETITIA FVND
-/-//XXIB
Translation:
Laetitia Fundata.
Well founded rejoicing.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.2–4.27 g;Diameter varies: 22–23 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Florianus coin , which features the goddess Laetitia on the reverse, was minted during a time of great economic and political instability in the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content was actually decreased during this period, which led to inflation and a decrease in the value of the currency. Despite this, the coin still maintained its value and was widely used throughout the empire. This coin is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the Roman Empire's monetary system during a time of great change and upheaval.
