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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Plautilla HILARITAS; Hilaritas
| Silver | 3.4 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 202-205 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#273648 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hilaritas, draped, standing left, holding long palm in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HILARITAS
Translation:
Hilaritas.
Joy.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.23–3.8 g;Diameter varies: 19–19.34 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 - Plautilla (HILARITAS; Hilaritas) coin is that it features the image of Hilaritas, the Roman goddess of joy, happiness, and good cheer. This coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus, who was known for his efforts to restore peace and prosperity to the Roman Empire after a period of civil war and instability. The image of Hilaritas on the coin may have been intended to promote a sense of happiness and well-being among the Roman people during this time.
