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Denarius - Pescennius Niger FELICITAS TEMPORVM
| Silver | 3.1 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Usurpations of Syria (Roman Imperial usurpations) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Pescennius Niger (193-194) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 193-194 |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#271238 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Vase-shaped basket, containing either three corn-ears or fruits and grapes.
Lettering: FELICITAS TEMPORVM
Unabridged legend: Felicitas Temporum
Translation: Fortunate times
Comment
Mass varies: 2.753–3.706 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Pescennius Niger (FELICITAS TEMPORVM) coin is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in the Roman Empire. Pescennius Niger was a usurper who claimed the throne against the legitimate emperor, Septimius Severus, and minted his own coins to legitimize his rule. Despite his efforts, Niger's reign was short-lived and he was eventually defeated and killed by Severus' forces. This coin, bearing the image of Niger and the inscription "FELICITAS TEMPORVM" (Happiness of the Times), serves as a reminder of the political instability and power struggles that characterized the Roman Empire during this period.
