Claudius. AD 41-54. AE As. Rome mint. Struck AD 41-42

Roman Imperial, Claudius. AD 41-54. Æ As (11.7g, 27mm). Rome mint. Struck AD 41-42

Obv: TI CLAVDIVS CAESAR AVG P M TR P IMP; bare head of Claudius left

Rev: LIBERTAS AVGVSTA, S C across field, Libertas standing front, head right, holding pileus in right hand and extending left hand

Ref: RIC I 97; von Kaenel Type 62

Rarity/Choice: Common, aVF (nice green brownish patina)

Note: This issue reflects a period of stability following the assassination of Caligula. Claudius strengthened imperial administration, expanded the bureaucracy, and oversaw the successful conquest of Britain. This era represents the consolidation of the early imperial system, with increased emphasis on governance, legal reform, and the integration of new provinces into the empire.