Denarius - Septimius Severus, Caracalla, and Geta FELICITAS SAECVLI; Liberalitas
| Silver | 3.4 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 202-210 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269404 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Septimius Severus, Caracalla and Geta, togate, seated right on platform; in front, Liberalitas, draped, standing right, holding abacus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; below, citizen, standing left, mounting steps.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICITAS SAECVLI
Translation:
Felicitas Saeculi.
Fortune of the ages.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Felicitas (Felicitas Saeculi) on one side, which represents good luck or happiness, while the other side features the emperors Septimius Severus, Caracalla, and Geta, with the inscription "Liberalitas" (generosity or liberality), highlighting the emperors' generosity and commitment to the well-being of their citizens.
