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Aureus - Claudius IMPER RECEPT
| Gold | 7.6 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Claudius (Tiberius Claudius Drusus) (41-54) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 41-42 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.6 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#246892 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Battlemented wall enclosing praetorian camp; inside, soldier, holding spear, right; in front, aquila; behind, pediment with flanking walls
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMPER RECEPT
Unabridged legend: Imperatore Recepto.
Translation: The supreme commander received [into allegiance].
Comment
Biaggi 205.
Interesting fact
The Aureus was a gold coin used in ancient Rome, and the one bearing the image of Claudius (IMPER RECEPT) was minted during his reign from 41 to 42 AD. What's fascinating about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design, depicting a Roman warship, known as a "quadriga," with the goddess Victory standing on the prow. This design was meant to symbolize Claudius' military victories and his role as a powerful and triumphant leader. The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable and highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians today.
