Denarius - Clodius Albinus FEL AVG COS II
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Usurpations of Western provinces (Roman Imperial usurpations) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Clodius Albinus (193-197) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 195-197 |
| Value | Denarius (1) |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#268434 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Clasped right hands, holding legion eagle.
Lettering: FEL AVG COS II
Translation:
Felicitas Augusti, Consul Secundum.
The good fortune of the emperor (Augustus), consul for the second time.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Clodius Albinus (FEL AVG COS II) was minted during a time of political upheaval in the Roman Empire. Albinus was a usurper who claimed the throne against the legitimate emperor, Septimius Severus. Despite his efforts, Albinus was ultimately defeated and killed in 197 AD, and his coins were largely removed from circulation. As a result, coins bearing his image are now relatively rare and highly sought after by collectors, making them an interesting piece of Roman history.
