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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Cistophorus - Claudius COS DES PRINCI IVVENT
| Silver | 10.6 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Claudius (Tiberius Claudius Drusus) (41-54) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 41-54 |
| Value | Cistophorus = 3 Drachms = 3 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.6 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#247006 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend in three lines on shield within laurel wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS DES PRINCI IVVENT
Translation:
Consul Designatus, Principes Juventutis.
Consul elect, prince of the youth.
Comment
Mass varies: 10.4–10.8 g;Diameter varies: 25–26 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Cistophorus - Claudius coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Libertas, who is depicted standing on the reverse side of the coin, holding a liberty torch and a scepter. This image symbolizes the idea of freedom and the authority of the Roman state.
