Aureus - Claudius II Gothicus (SALVS AVG; Salus) (268-270) front Aureus - Claudius II Gothicus (SALVS AVG; Salus) (268-270) back
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Aureus - Claudius II Gothicus SALVS AVG; Salus

 
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Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Claudius II (Marcus Aurelius Claudius) (268-270)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
268-270
Value
Aureus (25⁄2)
Currency
Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#290332
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Salus, draped, standing right, feeding serpent held in arms.

Script: Latin

Lettering: SALVS AVG

Translation:
Salus Augusti.
Health of the emperor (Augustus).

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Aureus - Claudius II Gothicus (SALVS AVG; Salus) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Salus, who was revered as the embodiment of safety, security, and well-being. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's commitment to protecting its citizens and ensuring their prosperity.