Tacitus Antoninianus, Providentia reverse
RIC V Tacitus 49 · 275 AD-276 AD
Obverse
IMP C CL TACITVS AVG
Bust of Tacitus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right or bust of Tacitus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, left
Reverse
PROVID DEOR
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding baton in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; at her feet, globe
About This Type
This RIC V Tacitus 49 is an antoninianus of Tacitus (275 AD-276 AD). The reverse depicts Providentia, draped, standing left, holding baton in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; at her feet, globe.
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 49?
- RIC V Tacitus 49 is a Silver Antoninianus of Tacitus (275 AD-276 AD) cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Tacitus 49.
- How do you identify RIC V Tacitus 49?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Tacitus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right or bust of Tacitus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, left with the inscription IMP C CL TACITVS AVG. The reverse depicts Providentia, draped, standing left, holding baton in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; at her feet, globe with the inscription PROVID DEOR. Portrait type: radiate.
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