© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
Antoninianus - Claudius II Gothicus VOTA ORBIS; Victory
| Silver | 3.6 g | 20.5 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 | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290285 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two Victories, winged, draped, attaching shield inscribed S C to palm tree.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VOTA ORBIS
Translation:
Vota Orbis.
The vows (prayers) of the city.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.92–4.31 g;Diameter varies: 17–24 mm;
Example of this type:
Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Claudius II Gothicus was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin's inscription, "VOTA ORBIS," translates to "Votes of the World," which refers to the Roman practice of taking oaths or making vows to the emperor. This coin was likely issued to commemorate the emperor's victory over the Goths, who had been a persistent threat to the empire. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin's production quality remained high, with its silver content and intricate designs showcasing the craftsmanship of Roman minting techniques.
