Tacitus Antoninianus, Fides reverse
RIC V Tacitus 27 · 275 AD-276 AD
Obverse
Reverse
Akademisches Kunstmuseum, Universität Bonn
Obverse
IMP CL TACITVS AVG
Bust of Tacitus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right or bust of Tacitus, radiate, cuirassed, right
Reverse
FIDES MILITVM
Fides, draped, standing left, holding ensign in each hand
About This Type
This RIC V Tacitus 27 is an antoninianus of Tacitus (275 AD-276 AD). The reverse depicts Fides, draped, standing left, holding ensign in each hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.5g, 25mm 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 27?
- RIC V Tacitus 27 is a Silver Antoninianus of Tacitus (275 AD-276 AD) cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Tacitus 27.
- How do you identify RIC V Tacitus 27?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Tacitus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right or bust of Tacitus, radiate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP CL TACITVS AVG. The reverse depicts Fides, draped, standing left, holding ensign in each hand with the inscription FIDES MILITVM. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Tacitus 27?
- RIC V Tacitus 27 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.5g, diameter 25mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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