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Antoninianus - Quintillus TEMPOR FELI; Felicitas
270 year| Silver | - | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Quintillus (Marcus Aurelius Claudius Quintillus) (270) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 270 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291622 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Letter in right field.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TEMPOR FELI
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Unabridged legend: Temporum Felicitas
Translation: Fortunate times
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Quintillus coin is notable for its depiction of the Roman goddess Felicitas, who is featured on the reverse side of the coin. Felicitas was the goddess of good luck, prosperity, and happiness, and her image was often used on Roman coins to symbolize the prosperity and success of the Roman Empire. The use of Felicitas on this coin is particularly interesting because it suggests that the Roman Empire was emphasizing the importance of good fortune and prosperity during the reign of Quintillus, who ruled from 270 to 273 AD. This coin is a tangible reminder of the cultural and religious values of the Roman Empire during this time period.
