Description
Claudius II (268 – 270 AD). AE Antoninianus, Cyzicus mint 269 AD. IMP CLAVDIVS P F AVG; radiate and cuirassed bust right / VICTORIAE GOTHIC; trophy of arms; bound captive seated to left and right; SPQR in ex.
Claudius II; AE Antoninianus, Cyzicus; trophy with captives
40,00 €
Specifications
| Diameter [mm]: | AE18 |
| Weight [g]: | 2,90 |
| Grade: | VF/VF |
| Attribution: | RIC 161 |
| Commentary: | scrace; attractive brown patina, well centered with full legends |
Historical Context
This rare issue commemorates the victory of Claudius II over the Goths, which was one of the elements of the empire's recovery in 270s.
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