Aureus - Plotina FELICITAS AVG COS III; Felicitas
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 98-117 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#253715 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, holding caduceus and sceptre.
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
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Plotina coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Felicitas, which means "good luck" or "happiness" in Latin. This coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Trajan, who was known for his military conquests and extensive public works projects, and the image of Felicitas on the coin may have been intended to symbolize the prosperity and good fortune of the Roman Empire during his rule.
