Uncertain Denomination - Carus FELICITAS REIPVBLICAE; Felicitas
| Silver | 4.5 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Carus (Marcus Aurelius Carus) (282-283) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 282-283 |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.5 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#296266 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left, leaning on column, holding caduceus in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FELICITAS REIPVBLICAE
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Translation:
Felicitas Reipubicae.
Good fortune of the republic.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.57–5.18 g;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, which means "good luck" or "happiness" in Latin. The coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Carus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 282 to 283 AD. The image of Felicitas on the coin was meant to symbolize the prosperity and good fortune of the Roman people during Carus' reign.