© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Julia Domna FELICITAS; Felicitas
| Silver | 3.1 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Julia Domna (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 196-211 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269899 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, holding caduceus in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICITAS
Translation:
Felicitas.
Good fortune.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.656–3.777 g;Diameter varies: 17.2–20 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Julia Domna (FELICITAS; Felicitas) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus (193-211 AD), who was known for his extensive reforms and military campaigns. The coin's design features Julia Domna, the emperor's wife, on the obverse (front side), with the goddess Felicitas (Felicitas) on the reverse (back side). Felicitas was the Roman goddess of good luck, prosperity, and happiness, and her presence on the coin symbolized the prosperity and good fortune of the Roman Empire during Severus' reign.
