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Aureus - Gallienus FELICITAS AVGG; Felicitas
| Gold | 3 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 254-255 |
| Value | Aureus (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286734 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICITAS AVGG
Translation:
Felicitas Duorum Augustorum.
Good fortune of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.54–3.36 g;Example of this type:
Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Gallienus (FELICITAS AVGG; Felicitas) coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Felicitas, who represents good luck, prosperity, and happiness. The coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Gallienus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 253 to 268 AD, and was known for his efforts to restore the empire's economy and military power. The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians.
