Antoninianus - Claudius II (Bust right, draped; PROVIDENT AVG; Rome) (268-269) front Antoninianus - Claudius II (Bust right, draped; PROVIDENT AVG; Rome) (268-269) back
Antoninianus - Claudius II (Bust right, draped; PROVIDENT AVG; Rome) (268-269) photo
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Antoninianus - Claudius II Bust right, draped; PROVIDENT AVG; Rome

 
Silver 2.80 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Claudius II (Marcus Aurelius Claudius) (268-270)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
268-269
Value
Antoninianus (1)
Currency
Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.80 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#62396
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Providentia standing left, leaning on column, legs crossed, holding wand over globe and cornucopia.
Officina sometimes in right field.

Script: Latin

Lettering: PROVIDENT AVG

Unabridged legend: Providentia Augustus.

Translation: Foresight of the emperor.

Edge

Rough

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Antoninianus coin featuring Claudius II is that it was issued during a time of economic reform and military campaigns. The coin's design, with the emperor's bust on one side and the goddess Providentia on the other, symbolizes the empire's focus on stability and prosperity under Claudius II's rule. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin's silver content and intricate design demonstrate the Roman Empire's continued commitment to producing high-quality currency.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (268-269)  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Antoninianus - Claudius II (Bust right, draped; PROVIDENT AVG; Rome) (268-269) coin.