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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Claudius II Gothicus VENVS AVG; Venus
| Gold | 3.5 g | 22 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 | Aureus (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290335 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Venus, standing, holding helmet in right hand and spear in left hand; leaning on shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENVS AVG
Translation:
Venus Augusta.
Venus, the venerable.
Comment
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Claudius II Gothicus (VENVS AVG; Venus) coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Venus on one side, while the other side bears the image of Emperor Claudius II Gothicus. This coin was minted during Claudius' reign from 268 to 270 AD, and its gold content makes it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
