Denarius - Geta FELICITAS TEMPOR; Felicitas
| Silver | 3.3 g | 20 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 | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#271743 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, holding long caduceus in left hand, 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: 2.397–4.05 g;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 represents good luck and prosperity. The coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Geta, who ruled the Roman Empire from 198 to 200 AD. The image of Felicitas on the coin was meant to symbolize the prosperity and good fortune of the Roman Empire during Geta's reign.
