© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Claudius II Gothicus SPES PVBLICA; Spes
| Silver | 3.5 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 | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290257 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Spes, draped, walking left, holding flower in right hand and raising robe with left hand. Officina mark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SPES PVBLICA
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Translation:
Spes Publica.
Hope of the public.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.26–4.14 g;Diameter varies: 18–22 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 legend "SPES PVBLICA" or "hope of the public," indicating that the empire was still facing challenges and instability.
