© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Julia Maesa SAECVLI FELICITAS; Felicitas
| Silver | 2.9 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 218-222 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#276939 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, sacrifcing with patera in right hand over lighted altar and holding long caduceus in left hand; in right field, star.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SAECVLI FELICITAS
Unabridged legend: Saeculi Felicitas.
Translation: Age of good fortune.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.99–3.86 g;Diameter varies: 17.5–21 mm;
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 Julia Maesa, who was a powerful woman in ancient Rome and played a significant role in the reign of her grandson, Emperor Elagabalus. She was known for her wealth and influence, and her image on the coin reflects her importance in Roman society at the time.
