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Dupondius - Gordian III FELICITAS AVG S C; Felicitas
| Bronze | 9.7 g | 25.5 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 9.7 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#281136 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing front, head left, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICITAS AVG S C
Translation:
Felicitas Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
The good fortune of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 8.93–10.47 g;Diameter varies: 24–27 mm;
Example of this type:
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Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius - Gordian III coin features the image of Felicitas, the Roman goddess of good luck, prosperity, and happiness, on its reverse side. This is significant because it highlights the importance of Felicitas in Roman culture and the desire for good fortune and prosperity during the reign of Gordian III.
