© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Julia Mamaea FELICITAS PVBLICA; Felicitas
| Silver | 2.9 g | 20.5 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279404 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing front, head left, legs crossed, holding caduceus in right hand and leaning on column with left arm.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICITAS PVBLICA
Translation:
Felicitas Publica.
Good fortune of the public.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.86–3.453 g;Diameter varies: 18.28–22 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Julia Mamaea coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Felicitas, which means "good luck" or "happiness" in Latin. This coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Alexander Severus, who was known for his efforts to restore peace and prosperity to the Roman Empire after a period of civil wars and political instability. The image of Felicitas on the coin may have been intended to symbolize the emperor's efforts to bring happiness and prosperity to the Roman people.
