AD 41-54 Claudius Gold Aureus NGC Choice Extremely Fine

This exceptional gold aureus was issued during the reign of Emperor Claudius, who ruled the Roman Empire from AD 41 to 54. Claudius came to power following the assassination of Caligula and proved to be an unexpectedly capable administrator who oversaw significant territorial expansion, including the conquest of Britain. The aureus was the highest denomination gold coin in the Roman monetary system, reserved for major transactions and imperial propaganda.

The obverse features a laureate portrait of Claudius facing right, surrounded by the legend TI CLAUDIUS CAESAR AUG P M TR P. The emperor is depicted with distinctive classical features and flowing hair beneath the laurel wreath. The reverse displays SPQR (Senatus Populusque Romanus) within an ornate oak wreath, with P P below, representing the traditional Roman governmental authority and Claudius's role as Pater Patriae.

This aureus has been graded Choice Extremely Fine by NGC, indicating excellent preservation with sharp detail and attractive golden surfaces. The coin exhibits strong strike characteristics with clear legends and well-defined portrait features. Roman gold aurei from the Claudian period remain highly sought after by collectors of ancient coinage for their historical significance and artistic merit. The coin pictured is the exact coin you will receive.