Denarius - Clodius Albinus VIRTVTI AVGVSTI; Virtus
| 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#268476 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Virtus, helmeted, draped, standing left, holding parazonium in right hand and spear in left hand.
Lettering: VIRTVTI AVGVSTI
Translation:
Virtuti Augusti.
To the courage of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Clodius Albinus (VIRTVTI AVGVSTI; Virtus) coin is that it was minted during a time of political upheaval in the Roman Empire. Clodius Albinus, who was a Roman usurper, issued this coin during his short-lived reign (195-197 AD) as a way to solidify his claim to the throne and gain support from the Roman people. Despite his efforts, Albinus was ultimately defeated by the legitimate Roman emperor, Septimius Severus, and his reign came to an end. This coin serves as a reminder of the political instability and power struggles that existed during this period in Roman history.
