Tacitus Antoninianus, Aequitas reverse
RIC V Tacitus 13 · 275 AD-276 AD
Obverse
Reverse
Akademisches Kunstmuseum, Universität Bonn
Obverse
IMP C M CL TACITVS AVG
Bust of Tacitus, radiate, cuirassed, left, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand
Reverse
AEQVITAS AVG
Aequitas, draped, standing left, holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Tacitus 13 is an antoninianus of Tacitus (275 AD-276 AD). The reverse depicts Aequitas, draped, standing left, holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.66g, 22mm diameter.
About the Antoninianus
The antoninianus (also called the radiate or double-denarius) was introduced by Caracalla in 215 AD. Identified by the radiate crown on the emperor's portrait, it was nominally worth two denarii. The denomination underwent severe debasement during the third-century crisis, becoming essentially bronze by the 260s.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Tacitus 13?
- RIC V Tacitus 13 is a Silver Antoninianus of Tacitus (275 AD-276 AD) cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Tacitus 13.
- How do you identify RIC V Tacitus 13?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Tacitus, radiate, cuirassed, left, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand with the inscription IMP C M CL TACITVS AVG. The reverse depicts Aequitas, draped, standing left, holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand with the inscription AEQVITAS AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Tacitus 13?
- RIC V Tacitus 13 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.66g, diameter 22mm, die axis 1 h, struck.
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