© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Valerianus FELICITAS SAECVLI; Diana
| Silver | 3.7 g | 21.5 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 | 254-255 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.7 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286119 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Diana, draped, walking right, holding torch.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICITAS SAECVLI
Translation:
Felicitas Saeculi.
Fortune of the ages.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.25–4.38 g;Diameter varies: 21–22.3 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Valerianus coin features the goddess Diana on its reverse side, which is an interesting choice given that Diana was not typically associated with the Roman Empire or its rulers. In fact, Diana was originally a goddess worshipped by the ancient Italic people, and her association with the Roman Empire was largely a result of the Romanization of Italian culture. This coin, therefore, represents a fascinating blend of cultural influences and highlights the complex religious and cultural landscape of the Roman Empire during the 3rd century AD.
