Tacitus Antoninianus, Mars reverse
RIC V Tacitus 29 · 275 AD-276 AD
Obverse
IMP C M CL TACITVS P F AVG
Bust of Tacitus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
MARS VICTOR
Mars, walking right, holding spear in right hand and trophy in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Tacitus 29 is an antoninianus of Tacitus (275 AD-276 AD). The reverse depicts Mars, walking right, holding spear in right hand and trophy 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 29?
- RIC V Tacitus 29 is a Silver Antoninianus of Tacitus (275 AD-276 AD) cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Tacitus 29.
- How do you identify RIC V Tacitus 29?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Tacitus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C M CL TACITVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Mars, walking right, holding spear in right hand and trophy in left hand with the inscription MARS VICTOR. Portrait type: radiate.
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