Tetricus I Quinarius Aureus, Spes reverse
RIC V Tetricus I 222 · 273 AD-274 AD · Colonia Claudia Ara Agrippinensium
Obverse
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Obverse
C PIV ESV TETRICVS CAES
Bust of Tetricus II, radiate, draped, right
Reverse
SPES AVGG
Spes, draped, walking left, holding flower in right hand and raising robe with left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Tetricus I 222 is a quinarius aureus of Tetricus I (273 AD-274 AD), struck at the Colonia Claudia Ara Agrippinensium mint. The reverse depicts Spes, draped, walking left, holding flower in right hand and raising robe with left hand.
About the Colonia Claudia Ara Agrippinensium Mint
Colonia Claudia Ara Agrippinensium (modern Cologne, Germany) was a Roman colony that operated a mint intermittently. Its coins are scarce and primarily date to the third century usurper periods.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Tetricus I 222?
- RIC V Tetricus I 222 is a Gold Quinarius Aureus of Tetricus I (273 AD-274 AD) struck at the Colonia Claudia Ara Agrippinensium mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Tetricus I 222.
- How do you identify RIC V Tetricus I 222?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Tetricus II, radiate, draped, right with the inscription C PIV ESV TETRICVS CAES. The reverse depicts Spes, draped, walking left, holding flower in right hand and raising robe with left hand with the inscription SPES AVGG. Portrait type: radiate.
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