Antoninianus - Tacitus FELICITIAS 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#291657 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas, draped, standing left by altar, holding patera in right hand and caduceus in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FELICITIAS SAECVLI
C/*//-
Translation:
Felicitas Saeculi.
Fortune of the ages.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus coin featuring Tacitus (FELICITIAS SAECVLI; Felicitas) 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 challenges. Despite these challenges, the coinage issued during his reign, including the Antoninianus, remained of high quality and beauty, showcasing the resilience and craftsmanship of Roman minting techniques.
