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© Landesmuseum für Vorgeschichte Halle (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 DE)
Antoninianus - Claudius II Gothicus PROVID AVG; Providentia
| Silver | 2.6 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 | 2.6 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290173 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, legs crossed, leaning on column, holding baton in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; at her feet, globe. Officina mark in right field.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PROVID AVG
XI
Translation:
Providentia Augusti.
Foresight of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.4–2.87 g;Example of this type:
Landesmuseum für Vorgeschichte Halle
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, was a military leader who became emperor in 268 AD after the death of his predecessor, Gallienus. He was known for his victories against the Goths, which is reflected in the coin's inscription "PROVID AVG," which means "Providence of the Emperor." Despite his military successes, Claudius II's reign was cut short by his death in 270 AD, and the coin was likely issued during this brief period. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact that provides a glimpse into the tumultuous history of the Roman Empire during the 3rd century AD.
