Denarius - Severus Alexander FELICITAS AVG; Felicitas
| Silver | 3 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 228-231 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279215 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, sacrifing out of patera in right hand over lighted alter and holding caduceus in left hand.
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
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Severus Alexander (FELICITAS AVG; Felicitas) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Felicitas, who was revered as a symbol of good luck and prosperity. The inclusion of her image on the coin may have been a nod to the Roman people's desire for a prosperous and happy reign under Emperor Severus Alexander.
