Denarius - Clodius Albinus SPES AVG COS II; Spes
| 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#268463 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Spes, draped, advancing left, holding up flower in right hand and raising skirt with left hand.
Lettering: SPES AVG COS II
Translation:
Spes Augusti. Consul Secundum.
Hope 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 is notable for its rare depiction of the Roman goddess Spes (meaning "hope" in Latin) on the reverse side. This image was a departure from the more common depictions of gods and goddesses associated with victory, power, and prosperity, and may have been a deliberate choice by Clodius Albinus to emphasize the importance of hope during a time of political instability and conflict.
