Denarius - Julia Mamaea (FELICITAS EXERCI; Felicitas) (225-235) front Denarius - Julia Mamaea (FELICITAS EXERCI; Felicitas) (225-235) back
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Denarius - Julia Mamaea FELICITAS EXERCI; Felicitas

 
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Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
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
References
Numista
N#279439
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.