Antoninianus - Tacitus CONCORDIA MILITVM
| 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#291767 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Tacitus, standing right, clasping hand of Concordia.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONCORDIA MILITVM
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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 was introduced by the Roman Emperor Tacitus in 275-276 AD as a replacement for the denarius, which had been the standard Roman currency for centuries. The Antoninianus was made of silver and had a higher purity level than the denarius, which had been debased over time. The coin's design featured the emperor's image on one side and various gods and goddesses on the other, including Concordia, the goddess of harmony and unity, which was an important symbol of the Roman Empire's values. The Antoninianus coin was used throughout the Roman Empire and was an important part of everyday transactions, trade, and commerce.
