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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Valerianus FELICITAS AVGG; Felicitas
| Silver | 3.1 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 257-259 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286201 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICITAS AVGG
Translation:
Felicitas Duorum Augustorum.
Good fortune of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.82–3.31 g;Diameter varies: 21–21.1 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Valerianus and the goddess Felicitas on its obverse and reverse sides, respectively, was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was issued during the joint reign of Valerianus and his son Gallienus, who were trying to stabilize the empire after a series of civil wars and external threats. Despite these challenges, the coin still bears the image of Felicitas, the goddess of good luck and prosperity, indicating the hope and optimism that the Roman people had for a brighter future.
