Antoninianus - Tacitus PROVIDD AVG; Providentia
| 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#291682 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding baton in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; at her feet, globe.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVIDD AVG
Translation:
Providentia Augusti.
Foresight of the emperor.
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, during a time of economic crisis and military challenges. It was a new denomination of silver coinage that was intended to replace the debased denarius, which had lost much of its value due to excessive minting. The Antoninianus was made of silver and had a higher purity than the denarius, and it was intended to restore confidence in the Roman currency. Despite its introduction during a difficult period, the Antoninianus coin remained in circulation for over a century and became a popular coin among collectors today.
