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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Claudius CONSTANTIAE AVGVSTI; Constantia
| Silver | 3.4 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Claudius (Tiberius Claudius Drusus) (41-54) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 46-47 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#246917 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Constantia seated, left, on curule chair, raising right hand
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONSTANTIAE AVGVSTI
Translation:
Constantiae Augusti.
The perseverence of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.46–3.88 g;Diameter varies: 18–19 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Claudius coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Claudius (41-54 AD) and features an image of the Roman goddess Constantia on the reverse side, which is why it's also known as the "Constantia" coin. Constantia was a personification of the Roman Empire's stability and endurance, and her image on the coin was meant to symbolize the empire's strength and resilience.
