Antoninianus - Claudius II Gothicus PROVID AVG; Providentia
| 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#290253 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding baton in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; at her feet, globe. Officina mark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PROVID AVG
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Translation:
Providentia Augusti.
Foresight of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Claudius II Gothicus (PROVID AVG; Providentia) was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin's production coincided with the Gothic War, which lasted from 267 to 269 AD and saw the Roman Empire facing off against the Goths, a Germanic tribe that had invaded the empire's territories. Despite the challenges posed by the war, the Roman Empire was able to maintain its currency production, with the Antoninianus coin being one of the coins issued during this time. This coin is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the Roman Empire during a period of conflict and instability.
