Denarius - Julia Domna FELICITAS TEMPOR
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Julia Domna (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 193-196 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269999 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Vase-shaped basket with corn-ears and poppies.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICITAS TEMPOR
Translation:
Felicitas Temporum.
Fortunate times.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Julia Domna (FELICITAS TEMPOR) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 193 to 211 AD. The coin's obverse side features the image of Julia Domna, the emperor's wife, while the reverse side depicts the goddess Felicitas, who represents good luck or happiness. The coin's inscription, "FELICITAS TEMPOR," translates to "Good Luck of the Times." This coin is considered rare and highly valuable among collectors due to its historical significance and the fact that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire.