Coin Information: Tantalus S/N 31787
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| Coin type: | Roman Imperial | ||||
| Entered by: | kerux (Seller rating: 5.0 out of 5, based on 25 buyer responses) | ||||
| Added on: | Aug 3, 2008 | ||||
| Ruler: | Claudius II (Emperor of Rome) | ||||
| Coin: | Bronze AE Antoninianus IMPCLAVDIVSPFAG - Radiate bust right FIDES MILIT - Fides standing with two ensigns | ||||
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| Mint: | Mediolanum (Milan) mint (268-270 AD) | ||||
| Wt./Size/Axis: | 5.10g / 19mm / - | ||||
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| For Sale: | This coin is for sale. ($32.95) About this seller | ||||
| Notes: | Aug 3, 08 - CLAUDIUS II GOTHICUS - Lead a conspiracy against the emperor Gallienus. The army chose him as successor and the senate confirmed him. The name Gothicus was won in his many battles with the Goths. While battling the Goths, Queen Zenobia of Palmyra revolted and attacked the eastern
provinces. While Gothicus prepared to fight on two fronts a plague broke out in the Roman camp and he died. | ||||
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