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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Claudius II Gothicus SALVS AVG; Salus
| Silver | 2.8 g | 19.5 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 | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290186 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, standing left, feeding serpent rising from altar out of patera held in right hand and holding sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALVS AVG
Translation:
Salus Augusti.
Health of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 1.73–3.95 g;Diameter varies: 17–22 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus coin featuring Claudius II Gothicus is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Claudius II, also known as Claudius Gothicus, was a military leader who became emperor in 268 AD after the death of his predecessor, Gallienus. He was known for his victories against the Goths and other barbarian tribes, and his reign marked a brief period of stability in the empire after a series of civil wars and external threats. Despite this, the coinage issued during his reign, including the Antoninianus, still bore the image of the goddess Salus (Salvation) on the reverse, indicating the ongoing importance of deities in Roman culture and religion.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (268-270) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Antoninianus - Claudius II Gothicus (SALVS AVG; Salus) (268-270) coin.
