© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Commodus FELIC PERPETVAE AVG; Felicitas
| Silver | 2.8 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Commodus (Lucius Aurelius Commodus) (177-192) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 191-192 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#265502 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Commodus, togate, standing left, holding cornucopiae in left hand and clasping right hands with Felicitas, draped, standing right, holding sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELIC PERPETVAE AVG
Translation:
Felicitas Perpetuae Augusti.
Perpetual good fortune of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.39–3.56 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, which means "good luck" or "happiness" in Latin. This suggests that the coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was experiencing a period of prosperity and good fortune. Additionally, the fact that the coin was made of silver, a valuable and durable metal, further highlights the significance and value placed on this coin during its time.
