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This striking medallion presents Emperor Claudius in detailed profile, adorned with a laurel wreath, bearing the inscription TI CLAVDIVS CAESAR AVG GERM P M TR P IMP. Claudius, a figure of complexity and contradiction, ruled from 41 to 54 AD and is remembered both for expanding the Roman Empire and for his controversial personal life. His thoughtful expression and confident bearing are captured in fine classical style, reflecting the Augustan tradition of idealized imperial portraiture that defined Roman propaganda art.
The reverse portrays Empress Messalina, wife of Claudius, depicted as SPEI AVGVSTAE—“Hope of the Augustan Age.” Holding a flower and draped in flowing robes, she stands as an emblem of dynastic continuity and imperial virtue, despite her infamy in later historical accounts. This carefully crafted reproduction pays homage to the coinage of the early Julio-Claudian dynasty and serves as a compelling tribute to Roman iconography. A modern restrike, it offers collectors a tangible connection to the aesthetics and symbolism of classical antiquity.
278,00 Kč