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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Valerianus FELICITAS AVGG S C; Felicitas
| Bronze | 19.9 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 255-256 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 19.9 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286041 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICITAS AVGG S C
Translation:
Felicitas Duorum Augustorum. Senatus Consultum.
Good fortune of the two emperors (Augusti). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 14.19–25.62 g;Diameter varies: 26–30 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin , which features Valerianus and the goddess Felicitas, was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Valerianus was emperor from 253 to 260 AD, and his reign was marked by a series of military disasters, including a devastating defeat by the Persians in 260 AD. Despite these challenges, the coinage of Valerianus' reign, including the Sestertius, remained of high quality and is still highly sought after by collectors today.
