Denarius - Julia Mamaea FELICITAS EXERCI; Felicitas
Silver | - | - |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 225-235 |
Value | Denarius (½) |
Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
Composition | Silver |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#279439 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, seated left, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; on left, legionary eagle; on right, standard.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICITAS EXERCI
Translation:
Felicitas Exerciti.
Good fortune of the army.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Julia Mamaea coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Alexander Severus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 222 to 235 AD. The coin's obverse side features the image of Julia Mamaea, the emperor's mother, who was known for her influence on her son's policies and her efforts to promote peace and prosperity throughout the empire. The coin's reverse side features the goddess Felicitas, who represents good luck and prosperity, and the inscription "FELICITAS EXERCI" which means "Good Luck to the Army". This coin is a rare and valuable example of Roman numismatics and is highly sought after by collectors.