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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Claudius II Gothicus IVNO REGINA; Juno
| Silver | 3.2 g | 20.5 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290302 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Juno, draped, standing left, holding patera in right hand and sceptre in left hand; sometimes at her feet, peacock.
Sometimes officina letter in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVNO REGINA
Unabridged legend: Iunoni Reginae.
Translation: To queen Juno.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.3–3.75 g;Diameter varies: 20–22 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Claudius II Gothicus and Juno (IVNO REGINA) was part of a series of coins issued during his reign to promote the cult of the Roman emperors. The coin's design highlights the emperor's role as the protector of the Roman state and the promoter of the Roman way of life. The image of Juno on the coin symbolizes the imperial family and the continuity of the Roman Empire.
