Antoninianus - Tacitus PROVIDEN DEOR; 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#291688 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing right, holding ensign in each hand, facing Sol, standing left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVIDEN DEOR
Translation:
Providentia Deorum.
Foresight of the gods.
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 as a replacement for the denarius, which had been the standard Roman coin for centuries. The Antoninianus was made of silver and had a higher purity level than the denarius, which had been debased over time. The introduction of the Antoninianus was an attempt to restore the Roman currency to its former glory and stability, and it was named after the emperor himself, Tacitus, who was known for his efforts to reform the Roman economy.