Antoninianus - Claudius II Gothicus AEQVITAS AVG; Aequitas
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Claudius II (Marcus Aurelius Claudius) (268-270) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 268-270 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290202 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Aequitas, draped, standing left, holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AEQVITAS AVG
Translation:
Aequitas Augusti.
Equity of the emperor.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Claudius II Gothicus (AEQVITAS AVG; Aequitas) was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin's design reflects this, as it features the goddess Aequitas (Equity) on the reverse, symbolizing the emperor's efforts to restore balance and justice to the empire after a period of civil wars and external threats. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin's production quality remained high, with detailed engravings and a silver content of approximately 20-25%. This coin is a testament to the resilience and craftsmanship of the Roman Empire during a period of significant upheaval.