Antoninianus - Tacitus PAX PVBLICA; Pax
| Silver | 3.9 g | - |
| 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 |
| Weight | 3.9 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291679 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pax, draped, standing left, holding olive-branch in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAX PVBLICA
Translation:
Pax Publica.
Peace of the public.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was introduced during the reign of Emperor Tacitus (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 image of the emperor on one side and the goddess Pax (Peace) on the other, symbolizing the emperor's commitment to restoring peace and stability to the empire after a period of turmoil. Despite its introduction during a time of economic uncertainty, the Antoninianus coin remained in circulation for over a century and became a staple of Roman commerce.
