Denarius - Clodius Albinus PROV AVG COS II; Providentia
| 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#268451 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding wand in right hand over globe set on ground and sceptre in left hand.
Lettering: PROV AVG COS II
Translation:
Providentia Augusti. Consul Secundum.
Foresight 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 (PROV AVG COS II; Providentia) (195-197) coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Providentia on the reverse, which symbolizes the usurper Clodius Albinus' attempt to legitimize his rule through association with the Roman state and its deities.