Dupondius - Gordian III FELICIT TEMPOR S C; Felicitas
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 241-244 |
| 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#281166 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, holding long caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICIT TEMPOR S C
Translation:
Felicitas Temporum. Senatus Consultum.
Fortunate times. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius - Gordian III coin was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Gordian III was the Roman Emperor from 238 to 244 AD, and his reign was marked by constant wars and conflicts, including a major battle against the Sassanid Empire in 243 AD. Despite these challenges, the coin still bears the image of Felicitas, the Roman goddess of good luck and prosperity, indicating that the Roman people still held onto hopes for a brighter future.
