© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Julia Mamaea FELICITAS TEMP S C; Felicitas
| Bronze | 10.8 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 222-235 |
| Value | Dupondius (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.8 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279869 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICITAS TEMP S C
Translation:
Felicitas Temporum. Senatus Consultum.
Fortunate times. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 9.069–13.05 g;Diameter varies: 19–25 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dupondius - Julia Mamaea coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Felicitas, which means "good luck" or "happiness" in Latin. This coin was minted during the reign of Julia Mamaea, who was the mother of the Roman Emperor Severus Alexander and served as his regent from 222 to 235 AD. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea of good fortune and prosperity during a time of political and military turmoil in the Roman Empire.
