© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Elagabalus FELICITAS TEMP
| Silver | 3.2 g | 18.5 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#276845 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ship with sail and seven rowers and pilot; on stern, standard and acrostolium; at prow, furled sail.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICITAS TEMP
Unabridged legend: Felicitas Temporum.
Translation: Fortunate times.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.61–3.85 g;Diameter varies: 17.9–19 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Elagabalus (FELICITAS TEMP) coin is that it features a unique reverse design, depicting the goddess Felicitas standing left, holding a caduceus and a cornucopia, symbolizing prosperity and good fortune. This design was a departure from the traditional reverse designs of Roman coins, which often featured images of gods, goddesses, or other mythological figures. The inclusion of Felicitas, a relatively obscure goddess at the time, may have been a deliberate choice by Elagabalus to promote his own religious beliefs and practices.
