Antoninianus - Claudius II Gothicus IOVI FVLGERAT; Jupiter
| 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#290139 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter, walking left, holding thunderbolt.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IOVI FVLGERAT
Translation:
Iovi Fulgeratori.
Jupiter, the thunderer.
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 Roman deities, including Jupiter, who is featured on the obverse (front) side of the coin. The reverse (back) side of the coin shows a depiction of the goddess Juno, Jupiter's wife. This coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was facing numerous challenges, including invasions by Germanic tribes and internal political instability. Despite these challenges, the coinage of the Roman Empire continued to be an important symbol of its power and influence.
