Antoninianus - Claudius II Gothicus DEO CABIRO; Cabirus
| 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#290294 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cabirus, standing right, holding hammer in right hand and nails in left hand. Officina mark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEO CABIRO
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Translation:
Deo Cabiro.
God Cabirus (son of Vulcan).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Claudius II Gothicus (also known as DEO CABIRO or Cabirus) was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was minted in Rome between 268 and 270 AD, during a period known as the "Crisis of the Third Century," which saw a series of civil wars, corruption, and external invasions that threatened the empire's very survival. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a testament to the enduring power and influence of the Roman Empire during this time.
