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Double Aureus "Binio" - Trebonianus Gallus FELICITAS PVBLICA; Felicitas
| Gold | 5.9 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trebonianus Gallus (Gaius Vibius Afinius Trebonianus Gallus) (251-253) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 251-253 |
| Value | 2 Aurei (25) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 5.9 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#283518 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICITAS PVBLICA
Translation:
Felicitas Publica.
Good fortune of the public.
Comment
Mass varies: 5.88–5.99 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Double Aureus "Binio" coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Felicitas, which means "happiness" or "good luck" in Latin. This coin was minted during the reign of Trebonianus Gallus, who was a Roman emperor from 251 to 253 AD. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the prosperity and happiness of the Roman Empire during his rule.
