Tacitus Antoninianus
RIC V Tacitus 45 · 275 AD-276 AD
Obverse
IMP C CL TACITVS AVG
Bust of Tacitus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
PAX PVBLICA
Pax, draped, standing left, holding olive-branch in right hand and sceptre in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Tacitus 45 is an antoninianus of Tacitus (275 AD-276 AD). The reverse depicts Pax, draped, standing left, holding olive-branch in right hand and sceptre 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 45?
- RIC V Tacitus 45 is a Silver Antoninianus of Tacitus (275 AD-276 AD) cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Tacitus 45.
- How do you identify RIC V Tacitus 45?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Tacitus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C CL TACITVS AVG. The reverse depicts Pax, draped, standing left, holding olive-branch in right hand and sceptre in left hand with the inscription PAX PVBLICA. Portrait type: radiate.
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