© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Antoninianus - Probus FELICITAS SAECVLI; Felicitas
| Silver | 2.8 g | - |
| 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 | 2.8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#293045 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left by altar, holding patera in right hand and caduceus in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FELICITAS SAECVLI
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Translation:
Felicitas Saeculi.
Fortune of the ages.
Comment
Example of this type:Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin, also known as the "Felicitas" coin, was issued during the reign of Emperor Probus (276-282 AD) and features the goddess Felicitas (Felicity) on the reverse side. This coin was significant because it marked a departure from the traditional Roman coinage design, which typically featured images of the emperor or gods and goddesses associated with power and authority. Instead, the Felicitas coin featured a personification of the abstract concept of felicity or happiness, highlighting the emperor's focus on promoting the well-being and prosperity of his people. This change in design was seen as a reflection of the growing influence of Christianity, which emphasized the importance of personal virtue and inner happiness.
