Seaton Down Hoard coin, radiate of Divus Claudius (coin)
Seaton Down HoardOwnership/credit: RAMM acquired the coins with help from Clinton Devon Estates, Thomson Reuters, Devon County Council and many members of the public. A generous donation by Patrick Long will ensure that the coins are preserved for inspiration and wonder of children.
Ownership/credit: RAMM acquired the coins with help from Clinton Devon Estates, Thomson Reuters, Devon County Council and many members of the public. A generous donation by Patrick Long will ensure that the coins are preserved for inspiration and wonder of children.
Descriptions
A type of coin called a radiate. It was issued on the death of Emperor Claudius II and made in Rome. Made in AD 260-274, it is one of the earliest coins from the Seaton Down hoard.
This object is on display at RAMM in the Making History gallery.
Inscription
obverse DIVO CLAVDIO DIVO CLAVDIO
reverse CONSECRATIO CONSECRATIO
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