Denarius - Clodius Albinus PROVIDENT AVG COS II; Providentia
| Silver | 2.8 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 | 2.8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#268453 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding wand in right hand over globe set on ground and sceptre in left hand.
Lettering: PROVIDENT AVG COS II
Translation:
Providentia Augusti, Consul Secundum.
Providence of the emperor (Augustus), consul for the second time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.591–2.915 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Clodius Albinus (PROVIDENT AVG COS II; Providentia) coin is that it was minted during a time of political upheaval 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 by the legitimate emperor, Septimius Severus, and his reign came to an end. This coin serves as a reminder of the political instability and power struggles that occurred during this time period in the Roman Empire.