Antoninianus - Claudius II Gothicus SALVS AVG; Apollo
| 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#290185 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Apollo, standing left, holding laurel-branch in right hand and lyre in left hand. Officina mark in right field.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SALVS AVG
X
Translation:
Salus Augusti.
Health of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Claudius II Gothicus (SALVS AVG; Apollo) was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was minted in 268-270 AD, during a period known as the "Crisis of the Third Century," which saw a series of civil wars, corruption, and external invasions that threatened the very survival of the empire. Despite these challenges, the coin still features the image of Apollo, the god of the sun, indicating the enduring importance of Roman mythology and culture even during times of strife.
