Antoninianus - Maximianus FELICIT PERP; Felicitas
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Maximian Herculius (Marcus Aurelius Valerius Maximianus) (286-305) Diocletian (Gaius Aurelius Valerius Diocletianus) (284-305) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 292-293 |
| 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#306219 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, holding caduceus in right hand and leaning on column with left arm, crossing legs.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FELICIT PERP
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Translation:
Felicitas Perpetua.
Eternal happiness.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Maximianus coin was issued during a time of great economic and political turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin's minting was likely a response to the rapid inflation that was occurring during this period, as the Roman government struggled to maintain the value of its currency. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of history, offering a glimpse into the economic and political climate of the time.