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Quadrans - Claudius PON M TR P IMP COS II
42 year| Bronze | 2.7 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Claudius (Tiberius Claudius Drusus) (41-54) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 42 |
| Value | 1 Quadrans = ¼ As = 1⁄64 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.7 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#246973 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding S C
Script: Latin
Lettering: PON M TR P IMP COS II
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Imperator, Consul Secundus.
High priest, holder of tribunician power, supreme commander (Imperator), consul for the second time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.543–3.01 g;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 military campaigns and administrative reforms, but also for his controversial personal life and alleged poisoning of his own family members.
