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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Marcus Aurelius FELICITAS AVG COS III; Felicitas
| Gold | 7.2 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 168-169 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.2 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#262864 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing front, head left, holding caduceus, upwards, in right hand and vertical sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICITAS AVG COS III
Translation:
Felicitas Augusti. Augustus, Consul Tertium.
Good fortune of the emperor (Augustus). Consul for the third time.
Comment
Mass varies: 6.85–7.36 g;Diameter varies: 19.5–20 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus coin of Marcus Aurelius is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Felicitas, who represents good luck, prosperity, and happiness. The coin was minted during Marcus Aurelius' third consulship, and the image of Felicitas was likely chosen to symbolize the emperor's desire to bring peace and prosperity to the Roman Empire.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (168-169) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Aureus - Marcus Aurelius (FELICITAS AVG COS III; Felicitas) (168-169) coin.
