Tacitus Antoninianus, Laetitia reverse
RIC V Tacitus 28 · 275 AD-276 AD
Obverse
Reverse
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Obverse
IMP C M CLA TACITVS AVG
Bust of Tacitus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
LAETITIA AVG
Laetitia, draped, standing left, holding wreath in right hand and anchor on globe in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Tacitus 28 is an antoninianus of Tacitus (275 AD-276 AD). The reverse depicts Laetitia, draped, standing left, holding wreath in right hand and anchor on globe in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.73g, 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 28?
- RIC V Tacitus 28 is a Silver Antoninianus of Tacitus (275 AD-276 AD) cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Tacitus 28.
- How do you identify RIC V Tacitus 28?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Tacitus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C M CLA TACITVS AVG. The reverse depicts Laetitia, draped, standing left, holding wreath in right hand and anchor on globe in left hand with the inscription LAETITIA AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Tacitus 28?
- RIC V Tacitus 28 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.73g, diameter 22mm, die axis 11 h, struck.
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