Civilization: Roman Empire
Ruler: Claudius II
Mint:
Year: 268 - 270 AD
Composition: Billon
Denomination: Antoninianus
Diameter: 19.0mm
Weight: 2.68g
Reference: RIC 48

Obverse
IMP C CLAVDIVS AVG, radiate draped bust right

Reverse
GENIVS EXERCI, Genius standing left, holding patera and cornucopiae

Claudius II, also known as Claudius Gothicus, was Roman Emperor from 268 to 270 AD. He gained fame for his military successes, particularly for defeating the Goths at the Battle of Naissus in 269 AD, which earned him the title "Gothicus." His reign was characterized by efforts to restore stability to the Roman Empire during the Crisis of the Third Century, a period marked by internal strife and external invasions. Claudius II died in 270 AD, possibly from the plague, and was succeeded by Aurelian, who continued his policies and military campaigns.