Dupondius - Claudius II Gothicus GENIVS EXERCI; Genius
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Claudius II (Marcus Aurelius Claudius) (268-270) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 268-270 |
| Value | Dupondius (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290262 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Genius, standing left by altar, holding patera in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GENIVS EXERCI
Translation:
Genius Exercitus.
To the genius (guardian spirit) of the army.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Claudius II Gothicus is notable for its depiction of the Roman emperor wearing a radiate crown, which symbolizes the sun god Sol Invictus, highlighting the emperor's association with the divine.
