Rome Dbl Denarius Claudius II 268-270 AD VF NGC (Bicknor Hoard)
Numismatic
Rome Dbl Denarius Claudius II 268-270 AD VF NGC (Bicknor Hoard)
In 2018, a remarkable discovery brought the ancient Roman world back into the light. The Bicknor Hoard yielded a selection of double denarius coins dating to the turbulent years of 268 to 270 AD, the brief window when Emperor Claudius II ruled the empire. Crafted from billon, a metal composition consisting of copper or bronze blended with a trace amount of silver, this coin survived the centuries in Very Fine condition. The obverse features a portrait of Claudius II wearing a radiate crown, a classic symbol of the double denarius denomination. On the reverse, these hoard coins display a variety of classical themes. Depending on the specific strike, they depict Roman deities, personified virtues, or military imagery that served as propaganda to unite a fractured empire. This certified specimen offers a direct connection to a buried treasure and the short-lived reign of a soldier-emperor.
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Specifications
| Country | Rome |
|---|---|
| Year | 268-270 AD |
| Grade | Very Fine (NGC) |
| Legal-tender face value | BI Double Denarius |
| Metal | Copper |
| Weight | 0.0300 troy oz |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | Varies mm |
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