Antoninianus - Claudius II Gothicus FORTVNA RED; Fortuna
| 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#290126 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fortuna, draped, standing left, holding rudder in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand. Officina mark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FORTVNA RED
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Translation:
Fortuna Reduci.
Fortune returns.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Claudius II Gothicus (268-270 AD) was part of a series of coins issued during his reign that depicted various deities and personifications, including Fortuna, the goddess of luck and prosperity. This coin, in particular, features Fortuna on the reverse side, holding a rudder and a cornucopia, symbols of her association with navigation and abundance. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea of the Roman Empire's prosperity and good fortune under Claudius II's rule.
