Didrachm - Claudius (P P OB CIVES SERVATOS) (41-54) front Didrachm - Claudius (P P OB CIVES SERVATOS) (41-54) back
Didrachm - Claudius (P P OB CIVES SERVATOS) (41-54) photo
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Didrachm - Claudius P P OB CIVES SERVATOS

 
Silver 7.17 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Claudius (Tiberius Claudius Drusus) (41-54)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
41-54
Value
Didrachm = 2 Drachms = 2 Denarii
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Silver
Weight
7.17 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#247008
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Legend in three lines in oak-wreath

Script: Latin

Lettering: P P OB CIVES SERVATOS

Unabridged legend: Pater Patriae, Ob Cives Servatos.

Translation: Father of the nation, saviour of the citizens.

Comment

Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Emperor Claudius, who was known for his extensive building projects and military campaigns, including the conquest of Britain.