© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Julia Mamaea FELICITAS PVBLICA; Felicitas
| Silver | 3 g | 20 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 | 3 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279407 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, seated left, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICITAS PVBLICA
Translation:
Felicitas Publica.
Good fortune of the public.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.39–3.593 g;Diameter varies: 19–21 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 promoting the cult of Felicitas as a way to promote unity and stability in the Roman Empire. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the idea that the Roman Empire was a place of prosperity and good fortune for its citizens.
