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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Probus FELICITAS AVG; Felicitas
| Silver | 3.4 g | 21.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Probus (Marcus Aurelius Probus) (276-282) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 276-282 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#293032 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left by altar, holding patera in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FELICITAS AVG
-/A//XXI
Translation:
Felicitas Augusti.
Good fortune of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 3.24–3.59 g;Diameter varies: 21.25–22.15 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin, which was issued during the reign of Probus (276-282 AD), was the first Roman coin to feature the goddess Felicitas (Felicitas Augusta) on its reverse side. Felicitas was the goddess of good luck, prosperity, and happiness, and her presence on the coin was meant to symbolize the prosperity and good fortune of the Roman Empire under Probus' rule. This coin was also notable for its use of silver, which was a valuable and sought-after metal at the time.
