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Aureus - Clodius Albinus SAECVLO FRVGIFERO COS II; Saeculum Frugiferum
| Gold | 7.3 g | 19 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 7.3 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#268417 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Saeculum Frugiferum, wearing fez, bearded, draped in long robe, seated left on throne, flanked by sphinxes right and left, holding up right hand and holding corn-ears in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SAECVLO FRVGIFERO COS II
Translation:
Saeculo Frugifero. Consul Secundum.
Fruitful age. Consul for the second time.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.22–7.35 g;Example of this type:
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Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Clodius Albinus 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 two years before 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 among numismatists today.
