Denarius - Clodius Albinus VICT AVG COS II; Victory
| 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#268467 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, advancing right, holding wreath in extended right hand and palm sloped over left shoulder in left hand.
Lettering: VICT AVG COS II
Translation:
Victoria Augusti. Consul Secundum.
Victory 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 (VICT AVG COS II; Victory) (195-197) coin is that it features a unique reverse design, depicting the goddess Victory standing on the prow of a ship, holding a wreath and a palm branch. This design was meant to symbolize the victory of Clodius Albinus over his rival, Septimius Severus, in their struggle for control of the Roman Empire. The coin was minted during a time of great political upheaval and power struggles within the Roman Empire, and its design reflects the political and military tensions of the era.
