Antoninianus - Probus FELICITAS SAE or FELICITAS SEC or FELICITAS SECV or FELICITAS SAECV; Felicitas
| Silver | 4.4 g | 23 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 | 4.4 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#293469 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FELICITAS SAE or FELICITAS SEC or FELICITAS SECV or FELICITAS SAECV
-/-//SXXT
Translation:
Felicitas Saeculi.
Fortune of the ages.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.65–4.86 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Probus coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Probus (276-282 AD), who was known for his military campaigns and agricultural reforms. The coin's design features the goddess Felicitas, who represents happiness and good fortune, on the reverse side. This suggests that the coin was minted to commemorate a significant event or achievement during Probus' reign, such as a military victory or the establishment of a new province. The fact that the coin was made of silver also indicates its high value and importance in the Roman Empire's economy.