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#268470 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing right, left foot on globe, holding stylus in right hand and inscribing shield held with left hand on knee.
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 its design reflects the political and military tensions of the era.
