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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Claudius II Gothicus PROVIDENT AVG; Providentia
| Silver | 2.8 g | 20 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 | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290179 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, legs crossed, leaning on column, holding baton in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVIDENT AVG
Translation:
Providentia Augusti.
Foresight of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 1.39–3.95 g;Diameter varies: 17–22.03 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 (PROVIDENT 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 was fought between the Romans and the Goths, a Germanic tribe that had invaded the empire's territories. Despite the challenges posed by the war, the Roman mint still managed to produce coins, including this one, which features an image of Providentia, the goddess of foresight and good fortune, on its reverse side. This coin is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the Roman people during a period of great uncertainty and conflict.
