As - Julia Mamaea FELICITAS PERPETVA; Felicitas
| Bronze | 20.6 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 222-235 |
| Value | As (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 20.6 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279862 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mamaea, seated left, holding sceptre in right hand; before, two women standing, one presenting globe; behind, Felicitas, standing left, holding caduceus in right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICITAS PERPETVA
Translation:
Felicitas Perpetua.
Perpetual good fortune.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Julia Mamaea coin is that it features the image of a woman, Julia Mamaea, who was a powerful and influential Roman empress during the 3rd century AD. She was known for her intelligence, political savvy, and her efforts to promote the welfare of the Roman people. The coin's design, which includes the inscription "FELICITAS PERPETVA" (Perpetual Happiness), reflects the ideals of prosperity and good fortune that were associated with Julia Mamaea's reign.
