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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Claudius II Gothicus IVVENTVS AVG or IVVENTAS AVG; Hercules
| Silver | 3.4 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 | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290303 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Hercules, standing front, facing left, holding club in right hand and apple or globe in right hand, lion-skin draped over left arm.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVVENTVS AVG or IVVENTAS AVG
Translation:
Iuventus Augusti.
The youth of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.86–3.7 g;Diameter varies: 20–22 mm;
Example bust to right "Δ" in exerge
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Hercules on the reverse, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the 3rd century AD. Hercules was a popular figure in Roman mythology and was often associated with strength and courage, making him a fitting symbol for a coin issued by the Roman Empire during a time of military conflict and political instability.
