Antoninianus - Probus (TEMPORVM FELICITAS; Felicitas) (276-282) front Antoninianus - Probus (TEMPORVM FELICITAS; Felicitas) (276-282) back
Antoninianus - Probus (TEMPORVM FELICITAS; Felicitas) (276-282) photo
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Antoninianus - Probus TEMPORVM FELICITAS; Felicitas

 
Silver 3.2 g 21 mm
Description
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
3.2 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#293304
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Felicitas, draped, standing right, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
TEMPORVM FELICITAS
-/-//I

Translation:
Temporum Felicitas.
Fortunate times.

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

The Antoninianus - Probus coin features an image of the Roman goddess Felicitas on its reverse side. Felicitas was the goddess of good luck, prosperity, and happiness, and her image on the coin may have been intended to convey the idea of a prosperous and happy reign under Emperor Probus. This coin was minted during a time of significant economic and military challenges for the Roman Empire, and the image of Felicitas may have been a way to promote a sense of optimism and positivity among the population.