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© Trustees of the British Museum
As - Gordian III FELICIT TEMPOR S C; Felicitas
| Bronze | 10.1 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 241-244 |
| Value | As (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.1 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#281165 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, holding long caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICIT TEMPOR S C
Translation:
Felicitas Temporum. Senatus Consultum.
Fortunate times. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Felicitas, which means "good luck" or "happiness" in Latin. This suggests that the coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was experiencing a period of prosperity and good fortune. Additionally, the coin's design and inscription, including the phrase "Felicitas Temporum," or "Good Fortune of the Times," further reinforce this theme of good luck and prosperity.
