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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Hadrian P M TR P COS II FEL AVG; Felicitas
117 year| Silver | 3.2 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 117 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#254707 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Felicitas, standing left, holding caduceus and cornucopia.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
P M TR P COS II
FEL AVG
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Secundum. Felicitas Augusti.
High priest, holder of tribunician power, consul for the second time. The good fortune of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
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 inclusion of her image on the coin may have been a nod to the Roman people's desire for good fortune and prosperity during the reign of Emperor Hadrian.
