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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Claudius II Gothicus VIRTVS AVG
| Silver | 3.1 g | 20 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 | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290284 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Soldier, helmeted, in military attire, standing left, leaning on shield and holding spear in left hand. Officina marks in left and right fields.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
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* II
Translation:
Virtus Augusti.
Courage of the emperor.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.76–3.65 g;Diameter varies: 19–21 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Claudius II Gothicus was part of a series of coins issued during his reign that were meant to promote the idea of the Roman Empire as a unified and powerful state. The coin's design, which includes the image of the emperor and various symbols of Roman power, such as the she-wolf and the twins Romulus and Remus, was meant to convey the idea of Roman strength and unity. Despite the coin's message of unity, however, the Roman Empire was actually facing significant challenges during Claudius II's reign, including invasions by barbarian tribes and internal political instability.
