© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Geta FELICITAS TEMPOR; Felicitas
| Silver | 3.4 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Geta (Publius Septimius Geta) (209-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 198-200 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#271592 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing right, holding long caduceus in left hand and clasping right hands with Geta, togate, standing left, holding cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICITAS TEMPOR
Translation:
Felicitas Temporum.
Fortunate times.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.27–3.49 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 coin's design was meant to convey the idea that the Roman Empire was a place of prosperity and good fortune under the rule of Emperor Geta.
