Antoninianus - Claudius II Gothicus SALVS AVG; Isis Pharia
| 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#290308 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Isis Pharia, draped, standing left, holding sistrum in right hand and basket in left hand. Officina mark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SALVS AVG
ϵ
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; Isis Pharia) was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was issued during the Gothic War, which lasted from 267 to 269 AD, and was a conflict between the Romans and the Goths, a Germanic tribe that had invaded the empire. Despite the challenges of war, the Roman mint was able to produce a large quantity of coins during this time, including the Antoninianus, which was a widely used denomination. This coin is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the Roman people during a period of great uncertainty and conflict.
