© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Antoninianus - Allectus LAETITIA AVG; Camulodunum
| Silver plated copper | 4 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Britannic Empire (Roman splinter states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Allectus (293-296) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 293-296 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus (286-296) |
| Composition | Silver plated copper |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#301713 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Laetitia, draped, standing left, holding wreath in right hand and anchor, javelin, rudder, or baton in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LAETITIA AVG
S-P
C
Translation: Laetitia Augusta.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus - Allectus coin is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire, specifically during the reign of Emperor Allectus, who was a usurper and ruled Britain independently from Rome. Despite this, the coin still bears the image of the Roman Emperor on one side and the goddess Laetitia on the other, highlighting the complex political dynamics of the time.
