Tacitus Antoninianus, Mars reverse
RIC V Tacitus 30 · 275 AD-276 AD
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
Obverse
IMP CL TACITVS 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 30 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. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.53g, 23mm 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 30?
- RIC V Tacitus 30 is a Silver Antoninianus of Tacitus (275 AD-276 AD) cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Tacitus 30.
- How do you identify RIC V Tacitus 30?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Tacitus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP CL TACITVS 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.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Tacitus 30?
- RIC V Tacitus 30 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.53g, diameter 23mm, die axis 1 h, struck.
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