Antoninianus - Tacitus FELICITAS SAECVLI; Felicitas
| 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#291774 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left by altar, holding patera in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FELICITAS SAECVLI
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Translation:
Felicitas Saeculi.
Fortune of the ages.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Tacitus and the inscription "FELICITAS SAECVLI" (Felicitas) is interesting because it was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Tacitus was a Roman emperor who ruled 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, like the Antoninianus, continued to be made of silver, indicating the empire's continued wealth and prosperity. This coin is a testament to the resilience and endurance of the Roman Empire, even in the face of adversity.
