Dupondius - Gallienus FELICITAS AVGG S C; Felicitas
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 255-256 |
| Value | Dupondius (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286794 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICITAS AVGG S C
Translation:
Felicitas Duorum Augustorum. Senatus Consultum.
Good fortune of the two emperors (Augusti). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Gallienus and the inscription "FELICITAS AVGG S C" is interesting because it was issued during a time of significant turmoil in the Roman Empire. Gallienus was emperor during the Crisis of the Third Century, a period of political instability, external threats, and economic decline that lasted from 235 to 284 AD. Despite these challenges, the coinage of Gallienus, including the Dupondius, remained consistent in its design and quality, indicating the resilience of the Roman Empire's monetary system during this time.