Tacitus Antoninianus, Felicitas reverse
RIC V Tacitus 21 · 275 AD-276 AD
Obverse
IMP C M CL TACITVS P F AVG
Bust of Tacitus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
FELICITIAS SAECVLI
Felicitas, draped, standing left by altar, holding patera in right hand and caduceus in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Tacitus 21 is an antoninianus of Tacitus (275 AD-276 AD). The reverse depicts Felicitas, draped, standing left by altar, holding patera in right hand and caduceus in left hand.
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 21?
- RIC V Tacitus 21 is a Silver Antoninianus of Tacitus (275 AD-276 AD) cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Tacitus 21.
- How do you identify RIC V Tacitus 21?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Tacitus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C M CL TACITVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Felicitas, draped, standing left by altar, holding patera in right hand and caduceus in left hand with the inscription FELICITIAS SAECVLI. Portrait type: radiate.
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