Denarius - Clodius Albinus FIDES AVG COS II
| Silver | 2.5 g | - |
| 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 |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#268430 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Clasped right hands, holding legion eagle.
Lettering: FIDES AVG COS II
Translation:
Fides Augusti. Consul Secundum.
Loyalty 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 Denarius - Clodius Albinus (FIDES AVG COS II) (195-197) coin is that it was issued during a time of political turmoil in the Roman Empire. Clodius Albinus was a usurper who seized power in the western provinces of the empire, and his coinage was a way for him to assert his authority and legitimacy. Despite his efforts, he was ultimately defeated and killed by the legitimate emperor, Septimius Severus. This coin is a rare surviving example of the currency issued during Albinus' short-lived reign, and it provides a fascinating glimpse into a tumultuous period in Roman history.
