© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Tacitus CLEMENTIA TEMP
| Silver | 3.7 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tacitus (Marcus Claudius Tacitus) (275-276) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 275-276 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.7 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291845 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Tacitus, standing right, holding sceptre and receiving globe from Jupiter, standing left, holding sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CLEMENTIA TEMP
-/-//XXI
Translation:
Clementia Temporum.
A time of peace and calm.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.96–4.08 g;Diameter varies: 21.5–22.5 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus coin featuring Tacitus (CLEMENTIA TEMP) is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Tacitus was the Roman Emperor from 275 to 276 AD, and his reign was marked by political instability, military conflicts, and economic troubles. Despite these challenges, the coinage issued during his reign, including the Antoninianus, remained of high quality and aesthetic appeal, showcasing the resilience and craftsmanship of Roman minting techniques.
