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Aureus - Galerius FELICITAS AVGG NOSTR; Ticinum
| Gold | 5.92 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantius I Chlorus (Flavius Valerius Constantius) (305-306) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 305-306 |
| Value | Aureus (10) |
| Currency | Argenteus, Reform of Diocletian (AD 293/301 – 310/324) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 5.92 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#375032 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, seated left, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopia in left hand, mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FELICITAS AVGG NOSTR
SMT
Comment
Biaggi 1870.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Galerius (FELICITAS AVGG NOSTR; Ticinum) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Felicitas, who represents good luck and prosperity, on its reverse side. This suggests that the coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was seeking to promote peace and prosperity throughout its territories. Additionally, the fact that it is made of gold indicates that it was a high-value coin, likely used for large transactions or as a symbol of wealth and power.
