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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Claudius II Gothicus LAETITIA AVG; Laetitia
| Silver | 2.2 g | 19 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 | 2.2 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290271 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Laetitia, draped, standing left, holding anchor in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand. Officina mark in right field.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LAETITIA AVG
I
Translation:
Laetitia Augusti.
Joy of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
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 (also known as Laetitia) was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin's design reflects this, as it depicts the emperor in a military pose, with a spear in his right hand and a shield in his left. This suggests that the coin was minted during a period of military conflict, which was indeed the case. The Roman Empire was facing threats from various barbarian tribes and was in the midst of a series of civil wars. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a testament to the enduring power and influence of the Roman Empire during this time.
