Antoninianus - Claudius II Gothicus VOTA ORBIS; Victory
| Silver | 2.3 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 | 2.3 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290316 |
|---|---|
| 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
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Victory (VOTA ORBIS) on the reverse, which was a common motif on Roman coins during this period. The image of Victory was used to symbolize the Roman Empire's military conquests and dominance.
