Claudius Ancient Roman As Bronze Coin 41-50 AD RIC 95 Constantiae

• Denomination: As

• Composition: Bronze / Copper

• Era: Ancient

• Roman Imperial Period: Julio-Claudian (27 BC–68 AD)

• Ruling Authority: Claudius (41–54 AD)

• Date: c. 41–50 AD

• Diameter: 27mm

• Weight: 9.08g

• Provenance: Ex Locke & England Auction

Description

An authentic ancient Roman bronze As struck under the Emperor Claudius (41–54 AD) at the Rome mint. This classic early imperial issue features a beautifully clear, bold reverse legend and a strong, recognizable portrait of Claudius.

• Obverse: TI CLAVDIVS CAESAR AVG P M TR P IMP — Bare head of Claudius facing left.

• Reverse: CONSTANTIAE AVGVSTI / S — C — Constantia, helmeted and draped, standing left, holding a long spear in her left hand and raising her right hand toward her face.

Specifications:

• Catalog Reference: RIC I, 95; BMCRE 140; Cohen 14

• Diameter: 27 mm

• Weight: 9.08 grams

• Provenance: From the collection/inventory of Locke & England Auctioneers.

Condition & Appearance: Features a deep, rich chocolate-brown patina with contrasting light green verdigris highlights within the recesses. The reverse legend is highly legible, and the portrait retains its characteristic strong jawline. A very solid, clean mid-grade example with excellent provenance.