© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Denarius - Crispina HILARITAS; Hilaritas
| Silver | 3.1 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Commodus (Lucius Aurelius Commodus) (177-192) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 178-191 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#265547 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Hilaritas, draped, standing left, holding long palm, nearly vertical, in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HILARITAS
Translation:
Hilaritas.
Joy.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.65–3.47 g;Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Hilaritas (HILARITAS) depicted on the coin is a personification of the concept of "hilarity" or "cheerfulness" in Latin. It's interesting to note that this coin was issued during a time when the Roman Empire was facing numerous challenges, including political instability, economic issues, and military conflicts. Despite these challenges, the coin's design suggests that the Roman people valued the idea of maintaining a positive outlook and spreading joy, which is a testament to their resilience and optimism.
