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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Claudius II Gothicus PROVID AVG; Providentia
| Silver | 2.8 g | 18.5 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 | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290174 |
|---|---|
| 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: 0.88–4.84 g;Diameter varies: 18–20 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
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 turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was minted in 268-270 AD, during a period of hyperinflation and political instability, with numerous emperors rising and falling in quick succession. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a testament to the enduring legacy of Roman currency and the artistry of its minting process.
