Sestertius - Geta (FELICITAS TEMPOR S C; Felicitas) (198-200) front Sestertius - Geta (FELICITAS TEMPOR S C; Felicitas) (198-200) back
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Sestertius - Geta FELICITAS TEMPOR S C; Felicitas

 
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Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Geta (Publius Septimius Geta) (209-211)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
198-200
Value
1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#271762
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Felicitas, draped, standing left, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.

Script: Latin

Lettering: FELICITAS 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

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 coin's design was meant to convey the idea that the Roman Empire was a place of prosperity and good fortune under the rule of Emperor Geta.