Antoninianus - Claudius II Gothicus CONSECRATIO; Barbarous radiate
| Bronze | 0.6 g | 9 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain barbarous city (Rome) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 270-274 |
| Value | Antoninianus |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 0.6 g |
| Diameter | 9 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#272768 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Funeral pyre
Lettering: IIII
Translation: Degenerated letters
Comment
Found in Britain. A barbarous imitation based on an official issue from Gall. British barbarous radiates were apparently produced between the reigns of Victorinus (268AD) and c274AD, when the Gallic Empire was reincorporated into the Roman Empire and Aurelian banned such small barbarous issues.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Roman and barbarian influences in its design. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts a radiate crown, which was a common feature of barbarian coins, while the reverse (back) side features the Roman goddess Victory holding a wreath and a palm branch, symbolizing the Roman Empire's victory over the barbarian tribes. This blending of styles reflects the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred during the period of Roman history known as the Barbarian Conspiracy, when the Roman Empire faced threats from external forces and incorporated elements of barbarian culture into its own art and architecture.
