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Sestertius - Septimius Severus SAECVLI FEL[ICITAS?] COS II S C; Felicitas
| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 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 |
| Numista | N#270141 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, foot on prow, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SAECVLI FEL[ICITAS?] COS II S C
Translation:
Saeculi Felicitas. Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
Age of good fortune. Consul for the second time. 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 inclusion of her image on the coin may have been a way for Septimius Severus to promote the idea of a prosperous and happy Roman Empire during his reign.