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Antoninianus - Claudius II MARS VLTOR
| Silver | 3.51 g | 21 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 | 3.51 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#59616 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
Mars walking right, holding spear and trophy
Sometimes with letter H or N in right field
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARS ULTOR
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus coin featuring Claudius II (MARS VLTOR) is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Claudius II, also known as Claudius Gothicus, ruled from 268 to 270 AD and his reign was marked by constant wars with Germanic tribes and internal strife within the empire. Despite these challenges, the coinage issued during his reign, including the Antoninianus, remained of high quality and beauty, showcasing the resilience and craftsmanship of Roman minting techniques.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (268-270) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Antoninianus - Claudius II (MARS VLTOR) (268-270) coin.
