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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Tacitus CLEMENTIA TEMP; Mars
| 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 |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291718 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, in military attire, standing left, holding olive-branch in right and resting left hand on shield, spear leaning against shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CLEMENTIA TEMP
-/Z//XXI
Translation:
Clementia Temporum.
A time of peace and calm.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.328–3.87 g;Diameter varies: 21.3–22.4 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the Roman god of war, Mars, on one side, and the emperor Tacitus on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire, with Tacitus being one of the many emperors who ruled during a period of political instability and conflict. Despite this, the coin still bears the image of Mars, symbolizing the empire's military prowess and power.
