Antoninianus - Claudius II Head right; PROVIDENT AVG; Rome
| Silver | 2.5 g | 18 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 | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#383641 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Providentia standing facing, head left, legs crossed, leaning on column, holding baton in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; at foot left, globe.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVIDENT AVG
Unabridged legend: Providentia Augustus.
Translation: Foresight of the emperor.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus coin featuring Claudius II is that it was issued during a time of great economic turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was minted in 268-270 AD, a period known as the "Crisis of the Third Century," which saw a series of civil wars, corruption, and inflation that threatened the empire's stability. Despite these challenges, the Antoninianus remained a widely used denomination, and its production continued throughout the century. This coin's existence serves as a testament to the resilience of the Roman Empire's monetary system during a time of great upheaval.
