© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Antoninus Pius FELICITAS COS IIII S C; Felicitas
| Bronze | 10.3 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 154-155 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.3 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261274 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing, front, head left, holding long winged caduceus, vertical, in right hand and two corn-ears in extended left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICITAS COS IIII S C
Translation:
Felicitas Consul Quartum. Senatus Consultum.
Good fortune, consul for the fourth time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.2–13.96 g;Diameter varies: 24.96–27 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Felicitas, the Roman goddess of good luck and prosperity, on its reverse side. This suggests that the coin was minted during a time of relative peace and prosperity under the rule of Antoninus Pius, who was known for his wise and effective leadership. The coin's bronze composition and relatively small weight also reflect the economic and monetary policies of the Roman Empire during this period.
