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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Marcus Aurelius FELICITAS AVG COS III; Felicitas
| Silver | 3.3 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 168-169 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#262866 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing front, head left, holding caduceus, upwards, in right hand and vertical sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICITAS AVG COS III
Translation:
Felicitas Augusti. Augustus, Consul Tertium.
Good fortune of the emperor (Augustus). Consul for the third time.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.04–3.53 g;Diameter varies: 16.5–19 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Marcus Aurelius (FELICITAS AVG COS III; Felicitas) (168-169) coin features the image of the Roman goddess Felicitas, who represents good luck, prosperity, and happiness. This coin was minted during the reign of Marcus Aurelius, a Roman emperor known for his wisdom and philosophical writings. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the emperor's commitment to promoting the well-being and prosperity of the Roman people.
