RIC V Tacitus 208 — Tacitus Antoninianus
RIC V Tacitus 208 · 275 AD-276 AD · Cyzicus
Obverse
IMP C M CL TACITVS AVG
Bust of Tacitus, radiate, draped, right or bust of Tacitus, radiate, cuirassed, right
Reverse
SPES PVBLICA
Victory, winged, draped, standing right, holding palm, presenting wreath to Tacitus, standing left, holding sceptre
About This Type
This RIC V Tacitus 208 is an antoninianus of Tacitus (275 AD-276 AD), struck at the Cyzicus mint. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, standing right, holding palm, presenting wreath to Tacitus, standing left, holding sceptre.
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.
About the Cyzicus Mint
Cyzicus (in modern Turkey) was a major eastern mint from the third century onward. Its mint mark typically appears as a variant of SMK in the reverse exergue of late Roman coinage.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Tacitus 208?
- RIC V Tacitus 208 is a Silver Antoninianus of Tacitus (275 AD-276 AD) struck at the Cyzicus mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Tacitus 208.
- How do you identify RIC V Tacitus 208?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Tacitus, radiate, draped, right or bust of Tacitus, radiate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C M CL TACITVS AVG. The reverse depicts Victory, winged, draped, standing right, holding palm, presenting wreath to Tacitus, standing left, holding sceptre with the inscription SPES PVBLICA. Portrait type: radiate.
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