Antoninianus - Numerian FELICITAS AVGG; Felicitas
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Numerian (Marcus Aurelius Numerius Numerianus) (283-284) Carinus (Marcus Aurelius Carinus) (283-285) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 283-284 |
| 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#298422 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, leaning on column, holding caduceus in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FELICITAS AVGG
B/-//-
Translation:
Felicitas Duorum Augustorum.
Good fortune of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin bearing the image of Felicitas, the Roman goddess of good luck, was minted during the reign of Emperor Numerian (283-284 AD). It's interesting to note that Numerian's reign was marked by economic struggles, and the minting of this coin was likely an attempt to promote prosperity and good fortune for the Roman Empire. Despite these efforts, Numerian's reign ultimately ended in his assassination, and the coin remains a testament to the turbulent political climate of the time.