Antoninianus - Tacitus CONCORDIA MILIT
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291764 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Tacitus, standing right, clasping hand of Concordia.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONCORDIA MILIT
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Translation:
Concordia Militum.
Harmony with the soldiers.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Tacitus (CONCORDIA MILIT) was issued during a time of significant political and military upheaval in the Roman Empire. Tacitus was the Roman Emperor from 275 to 276 AD, and his reign was marked by constant wars with Germanic tribes and internal conflicts within the empire. Despite these challenges, the coinage issued during his reign, including the Antoninianus, remained of high quality and featured elegant designs, showcasing the resilience and craftsmanship of Roman minting techniques.