Sestertius - Clodius Albinus (FORT REDVCI COS II S C; Fortuna) (194-195) front Sestertius - Clodius Albinus (FORT REDVCI COS II S C; Fortuna) (194-195) back
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Sestertius - Clodius Albinus FORT REDVCI COS II S C; Fortuna

 
Bronze 28.6 g -
Description
Issuer
Usurpations of Western provinces (Roman Imperial usurpations)
Ruling authority
Clodius Albinus (193-197)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
194-195
Value
Sestertius (¼)
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
28.6 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#268487
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Fortuna, draped, seated left, holding rudder set on globe in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; under seat, wheel.

Lettering: FORT REDVCI COS II S C

Translation:
Fortuna Reduci. Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
Fortune returns. Consul for the second time. Decree of the senate.

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Fortuna, the Roman goddess of luck and prosperity, on its reverse side. This is fitting, given that Clodius Albinus, the emperor depicted on the obverse, was known for his good fortune and success during his reign.