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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Tacitus SALVS AVG; Salus
| Silver | 3.2 g | 22 mm |
| 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 | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291728 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, standing left, feeding serpent rising from altar.
Sometimes letter in right field.
Mintmark in exergue.
Scripts: Latin, Greek
Lettering: SALVS AVG
Unabridged legend: Salus Augusti.
Translation: Health of the emperor.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.12–4.26 g;Diameter varies: 21.65–23 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Tacitus (SALVS AVG; Salus) 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 aesthetic appeal, showcasing the resilience and craftsmanship of Roman minting techniques.
