Tacitus Antoninianus, Soldier reverse
RIC V Tacitus 69 · 275 AD-276 AD
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
Obverse
IMP C CL TACITVS AVG
Bust of Tacitus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right or bust of Tacitus, radiate, cuirassed, right
Reverse
VIRTVS AVG
Soldier, helmeted, in military attire, standing left, resting right hand on shield and holding spear in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Tacitus 69 is an antoninianus of Tacitus (275 AD-276 AD). The reverse depicts Soldier, helmeted, in military attire, standing left, resting right hand on shield and holding spear in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.77g, 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 69?
- RIC V Tacitus 69 is a Silver Antoninianus of Tacitus (275 AD-276 AD) cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Tacitus 69.
- How do you identify RIC V Tacitus 69?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Tacitus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right or bust of Tacitus, radiate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C CL TACITVS AVG. The reverse depicts Soldier, helmeted, in military attire, standing left, resting right hand on shield and holding spear in left hand with the inscription VIRTVS AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Tacitus 69?
- RIC V Tacitus 69 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.77g, diameter 23mm, die axis 5 h, struck.
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