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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Titus FELICIT PVBLIC S C; Felicitas
| Bronze | 25.3 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Titus (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (79-81) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 80-81 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 25.3 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#250909 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Felicitas standing left, holding sceptre and cornucopiae.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICIT PVBLIC S C
Translation:
Felicitas Publica. Senatus Consultum.
Imperial fertility. Decree of the senate. Decree of the senate. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 21.13–27.81 g;Diameter varies: 7–35 mm;
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 the Roman Empire to promote a sense of optimism and prosperity among its citizens during a time of political and social change.
