Denarius - Lucius Aelius FELICITAS AVG; Felicitas
137 year| Silver | 3.2 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 137 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#257064 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas standing left, holding caduceus and cornucopia.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICITAS AVG
Translation:
Felicitas Augusti.
Good fortune of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius coin was used for over 400 years, making it one of the longest-used coins in ancient Rome. It was first introduced during the reign of Emperor Augustus in 27 BC and remained in circulation until the fall of the Roman Empire in 395 AD. That's a remarkable longevity for a coin, especially considering the many changes that took place in Rome during that time!
