Sestertius - Trebonianus Gallus FELICITAS PVBLICA S C; Felicitas
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trebonianus Gallus (Gaius Vibius Afinius Trebonianus Gallus) (251-253) Volusianus (Gaius Vibius Volusianus) (251-253) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 251-253 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#283626 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, leaning on column, holding caduceus in right hand and transverse sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICITAS PVBLICA S C
Translation:
Felicitas Publica. Senatus Consultum.
Good fortune of the public. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Trebonianus Gallus (FELICITAS PVBLICA S C; Felicitas) coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Felicitas, who was revered as the embodiment of good luck, prosperity, and happiness. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's prosperity and good fortune during the reign of Trebonianus Gallus.
