Aureus - Clodius Albinus FORTVNAE AVG COS II; Fortuna
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Usurpations of Western provinces (Roman Imperial usurpations) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Clodius Albinus (193-197) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 194-195 |
| Value | Aureus (25) |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#268412 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fortuna, draped, seated left, holding rudder set on globe in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Lettering: FORTVNAE AVG COS II
Translation:
Fortunae Augusti, Consul Secundum.
For the good fortune of the emperor (Augustus), consul for the second time.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Clodius Albinus (FORTVNAE AVG COS II; Fortuna) coin is that it was issued during a time of political turmoil in the Roman Empire. Clodius Albinus was a usurper who declared himself emperor in 194 AD, challenging the rule of the legitimate emperor, Septimius Severus. This coin was minted during Albinus' brief reign, which lasted only until 195 AD, when he was defeated and killed by Severus' forces. Despite its origins in a period of political upheaval, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item due to its rarity and historical significance.
