Claudius Gothicus Aureus, Victory reverse
RIC V Claudius Gothicus 9 · 268 AD-270 AD · Rome
Obverse
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Obverse
IMP CLAVDIVS AVG
Head of Claudius Gothicus, laureate, left
Reverse
VICTORIA AVG
Victory, winged, draped, standing front, looking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand; flanked on each side by captive
About This Type
This RIC V Claudius Gothicus 9 is an aureus of Claudius Gothicus (268 AD-270 AD), struck at the Rome mint. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, standing front, looking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand; flanked on each side by captive.
About the Aureus
The aureus was the principal Roman gold denomination, struck from the late Republic through the early fourth century. It typically weighs 7–8 grams and measures 19–21mm. Because gold does not corrode, aurei often survive in exceptional condition compared to silver and bronze issues of the same period.
About the Rome Mint
The Rome mint was the principal mint of the Roman state from the Republic through the fall of the Western Empire. It produced the vast majority of gold and silver coinage and was the only mint for much of the first and second centuries AD.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Claudius Gothicus 9?
- RIC V Claudius Gothicus 9 is a Gold Aureus of Claudius Gothicus (268 AD-270 AD) struck at the Rome mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Claudius Gothicus 9.
- How do you identify RIC V Claudius Gothicus 9?
- The obverse depicts Head of Claudius Gothicus, laureate, left with the inscription IMP CLAVDIVS AVG. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, standing front, looking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand; flanked on each side by captive with the inscription VICTORIA AVG. Portrait type: laureate.
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