Denarius - Clodius Albinus PROVIDENTIA 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#268454 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding wand in right hand over globe set on ground and sceptre in left hand.
Lettering: PROVIDENTIA AVG COS II
Translation:
Providentia Augusti, Consul Secundum.
Providence 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 (PROVIDENTIA 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 and establish a new dynasty. Despite his efforts, Albinus was ultimately defeated and killed by the legitimate Roman Emperor Septimius Severus in 197 AD.