Antoninianus - Claudius II Gothicus MARTI PACIFERO; Mars
| 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#290159 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, in military attire, standing left, holding olive-branch in right hand and spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARTI PACIFERO
Translation:
Marti Pacifero.
To Mars, the peacemaker.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Claudius II Gothicus (also known as Claudius II) was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Claudius II was the first Roman emperor to be born outside of Italy, and his reign was marked by constant wars and conflicts, including a major conflict with the Goths, who had invaded the empire. Despite these challenges, Claudius II was able to maintain stability and secure several important military victories, earning him the title of "Gothicus" or "victor over the Goths." This coin is a testament to his reign and the ongoing struggles of the Roman Empire during that time.
