© The Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge
© The Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge
Antoninianus - Claudius II Gothicus PAX AVG; Pax
| Silver | 2.2 g | 18 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 | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290168 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pax, draped, standing left, holding olive-branch in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAX AVG
Translation:
Pax Augusti.
Peace of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 1.5–2.77 g;Diameter varies: 17.9–18 mm;
Example of this type:
The Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge
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 great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Claudius II, also known as Claudius Gothicus, ruled from 268 to 270 AD and his reign was marked by constant wars against the Goths and other barbarian tribes. Despite these challenges, the coinage issued during his reign, including the Antoninianus, remained of high quality and beauty, showcasing the resilience and craftsmanship of Roman minting techniques.
