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© John Conduitt (CC BY-SA)
Antoninianus - Volusianus FELICITAS PVBL; Felicitas
| Silver | 3.5 g | 21.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Volusianus (Gaius Vibius Volusianus) (251-253) Trebonianus Gallus (Gaius Vibius Afinius Trebonianus Gallus) (251-253) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 251-253 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#284078 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, holding long caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICITAS PVBL
Translation:
Felicitas Publica.
Good fortune of the public.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.63–4.57 g;Diameter varies: 19–25.08 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Volusianus coin was issued during a time of great economic and political instability in the Roman Empire. The coin's design, featuring the goddess Felicitas (Felicitas Pvbl) on the reverse, was meant to promote the idea of happiness and prosperity, which was a key concern for the Roman citizens during this period. Despite the challenges faced by the empire, the coin's production quality remained high, with careful attention paid to its weight, size, and metallic composition. This coin is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the Roman people during a time of great turmoil.
