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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Trajan Decius DACIA FELIX; Dacia
| Silver | 3.9 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Decius (Gaius Messius Quintus Traianus Decius) (249-251) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 250-251 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.9 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282978 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dacia, draped in long robe reaching feet, standing left, holding vertical standard in right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DACIA FELIX
Translation:
Dacia Felix.
Happy Dacia.
Comment
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Trajan Decius and the inscription "DACIA FELIX," is significant because it was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was minted in 250-251 AD, during the reign of Trajan Decius, who was the first Roman emperor to be killed in battle. The coin's design and inscription reflect the political and military tensions of the time, as the Roman Empire was facing threats from external enemies and internal strife. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the enduring legacy of the Roman Empire.
