© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Antoninianus - Claudius II Gothicus LIBERAL AVG; Liberalitas
| Silver | 3.2 g | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290272 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Liberalitas, draped, standing left, holding tessera in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand. Officina mark in right field.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBERAL AVG
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Translation:
Liberalitas Augusti.
The liberality of the emperor.
Comment
Example of this type:Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus coin featuring Claudius II Gothicus is that it was issued during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin's design, which includes the image of a Liberalitas, or personification of liberty, and the inscription LIBERAL AVG, reflects the emperor's efforts to promote economic freedom and stability during a period of hyperinflation and political upheaval. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of history, providing a glimpse into the economic and political climate of the Roman Empire during the 3rd century AD.
