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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Claudius II Gothicus PROVIDEN AVG; Providentia
| Silver | 2.1 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 | 2.1 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290177 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding baton in right hand and sceptre in left hand; at her feet, globe.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVIDEN AVG
Translation:
Providentia Augusti.
Providence of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.06–2.11 g;Diameter varies: 17–20 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Claudius II Gothicus was part of a series of coins issued during his reign that were meant to promote the idea of the Roman Empire as a unified and powerful state. The coin's design, which includes the image of Providentia (the personification of Providence) on the reverse, was meant to convey the idea that the Roman Empire was protected and guided by a higher power. Despite the coin's small size, it is a significant artifact that provides insight into the political and ideological currents of the time.
