© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Claudius II Gothicus VBERITAS AVG; Uberitas
| Silver | 2.9 g | 19 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 | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290282 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Uberitas, draped, standing left, holding purse or grapes in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VBERITAS AVG
Translation:
Uberitas Augusti.
To the fruitfulness (abundance) of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.03–4.65 g;Diameter varies: 17–21 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Claudius II Gothicus, who was a Roman emperor who ruled from 268 to 270 AD. He was known for his military campaigns against the Goths and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's power and stability. The coin's design, which includes the image of Claudius II and the inscription "VBERITAS AVG; Uberitas," reflects the emperor's efforts to promote unity and stability within the empire.
