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Antoninianus - Probus TEMPOR FELICIT; Lugdunum
| Billon | 4.64 g | 21.7 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Probus (Marcus Aurelius Probus) (276-282) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 281-282 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 4.64 g |
| Diameter | 21.7 mm |
| Thickness | 2.17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#92387 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing right, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Letter in left field, right field or exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TEMPOR FELICIT
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Unabridged legend: Temporum Felicitas.
Translation: Time of happiness (good fortune).
Edge
Plain
Comment
Also exist as draped and cuirassed :© CGB
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Probus (276-282 AD), who was known for his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's economy and military after a period of turmoil. The coin's design features a portrait of Probus on one side and a depiction of the goddess Felicitas (representing good luck or happiness) on the other. The inscription "TEMPOR FELICIT" on the coin means "happy times" in Latin, which was a propaganda message aimed at promoting the idea that the Roman Empire was experiencing a period of peace and prosperity under Probus' rule.
