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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Gallienus FELICITAS AVGG; Felicitas
| Silver | 2.6 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 256-257 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.6 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286604 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICITAS AVGG
Translation:
Felicitas Duorum Augustorum.
Good fortune of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.62–2.63 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , featuring Gallienus and the goddess Felicitas, was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin's production was likely a attempt to promote the idea of felicitas, or good fortune, during a period of political instability and external threats. Despite the challenges faced by the empire at the time, the coin's beauty and historical significance have endured, making it a fascinating piece of history for collectors and historians alike.
