Denarius - Elagabalus FELICITAS AVG; Felicitas
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 218-222 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#276840 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICITAS AVG
Unabridged legend: Felicitas Augusti.
Translation: Good fortune of the emperor.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Elagabalus (FELICITAS AVG; Felicitas) was issued during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin's design, which includes the image of Felicitas, the goddess of good luck and prosperity, reflects the emperor's efforts to promote a sense of stability and prosperity during his reign (218-222 AD). Despite these efforts, Elagabalus' rule was marked by controversy and ultimately ended in his assassination.
