Dupondius - Septimius Severus DIVI M PII F P M TR P III COS II P P S C; Felicitas
| Bronze | 11.8 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 195-196 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#270142 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, foot on prow, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DIVI M PII F P M TR P III COS II P P S C
Translation:
Divi Marci Pii Filius Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Tertia, Consul Secundum, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
Son of divine Marcus Pius, high priest, holder of tribunician power for the third time, consul for the second time, father of the nation. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 10.25–13.29 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Felicitas, who was revered as a symbol of good luck and prosperity. The inclusion of her image on the coin may have been a nod to the Roman people's desire for a prosperous and happy reign under Emperor Septimius Severus.
