Antoninianus - Tacitus LAETITIA AVG; Laetitia
| 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#291778 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Laetitia, draped, standing left, holding wreath in right hand and anchor on globe in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LAETITIA AVG
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Translation:
Laetitia Augusti.
Joy of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Tacitus and Laetitia was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was minted in 275-276 AD, during the reign of Tacitus, who was the Roman Emperor at the time. This was a period of great political instability, with numerous rival claimants to the throne and frequent wars with neighboring tribes. Despite these challenges, the Roman Empire continued to thrive and expand its territories, with the Antoninianus coin serving as a symbol of its power and influence.
