© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Clodius Albinus FELICITAS COS II S C; Felicitas
| Bronze | 21.4 g | 28.5 mm |
| Issuer | Usurpations of Western provinces (Roman Imperial usurpations) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Clodius Albinus (193-197) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 194-195 |
| Value | Sestertius (¼) |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 21.4 g |
| Diameter | 28.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#268479 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, holding caduceus in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICITAS COS II S C
Translation:
Felicitas. Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
Good fortune. Consul for the second time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 18.23–26.76 g;Diameter varies: 27–30 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Clodius Albinus (FELICITAS COS II S C; Felicitas) coin is that it was minted during a time of political upheaval in the Roman Empire. Clodius Albinus was a usurper who seized power in the western provinces of the empire in 194-195 AD, and this coin was minted during his reign. The coin's design, featuring the goddess Felicitas, suggests that Albinus was trying to promote himself as a bringer of good fortune and prosperity to the empire, despite his controversial rise to power.
