Claudius
41–54 AD
Claudius, uncle of Caligula and successor to the Julio‑Claudian throne, proved to be one of Rome’s most capable and unexpectedly effective emperors. Despite being underestimated by his contemporaries, he expanded the empire through the conquest of Britain, reformed the legal system, and strengthened the imperial bureaucracy. His coinage is rich in traditional Roman symbolism, emphasising stability, piety, and the restoration of order after the chaos of Caligula’s reign. For collectors, Claudius’ bronzes are especially appealing for their historical depth and distinctive portrait style.
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WRB 8816 — Æ As
Æ As. CAESAR AVG GERMANICVS PON M TR POT, bare head left. ® VESTA above, S‑C across field; Vesta seated left holding patera and sceptre. UK find with patchy patina; countermark on reverse at 11 o’clock.
£65.00
WRB 10786 — Æ Quadrans (17mm)
Æ Quadrans (17mm). TI CLAVDIVS CAESAR AVG around three‑legged modius. ® PON M TR P IMP P P COS II around S‑C. RIC I 90.
£65.00
