Antoninianus - Claudius II Gothicus Standing figure holding sceptre; Barbarous radiate
| Bronze | 1.9 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain barbarous city (Rome) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 268-274 |
| Value | Antoninianus |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.9 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#272780 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Radiate figure standing with globe and long sceptre
Comment
Found in Britain. British barbarous radiates were apparently produced between the reigns of Victorinus (268AD) and c274AD, when the Gallic Empire was reincorporated into the Roman Empire and Aurelian banned barbarous issues.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a standing figure of Claudius II Gothicus holding a sceptre, which symbolizes his authority and power as a Roman emperor.
