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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Septimius Severus SAECVLI FELICITAS S C; Felicitas
195 year| Bronze | 20.7 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 195 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 20.7 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#270106 |
|---|---|
| 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 FELICITAS S C
Translation:
Saeculi Felicitas. Senatus Consultum.
Age of good fortune. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 17.36–23.45 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Felicitas, the Roman goddess of good luck and prosperity, on one side, while the other side bears the image of Emperor Septimius Severus. This coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was experiencing significant economic growth and prosperity, and the image of Felicitas was seen as a symbol of the empire's good fortune.
