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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Antoninus Pius COS IIII; Felicitas
| Silver | 3.2 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 150-151 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260087 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, holding long caduceus, nearly vertical, in right hand and cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS IIII
Translation:
Consul Quartum.
Consul for the fourth time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.96–3.37 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Felicitas, who was revered as a symbol of good luck and prosperity. The inclusion of her image on the coin may have been a way for Antoninus Pius to promote the idea of a prosperous and happy Roman Empire during his reign.
