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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Tacitus VICTORIA GOTTHI; Victory
| Silver | 3.6 g | 21.5 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 | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291807 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORIA GOTTHI
-/-//P
Translation:
Victoria Gothica.
Victory over the Goths.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.78–4.13 g;Diameter varies: 20.75–22 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was introduced during the reign of Emperor Tacitus (275-276 AD) and was the first coin to feature the image of the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) on one side, and the emperor's portrait on the other. This coin was a significant departure from previous Roman coins, which had traditionally featured images of gods and goddesses, and marked a shift towards a more secular and imperial iconography. The coin's design was meant to emphasize the power and authority of the Roman emperor and to promote the idea of Roman victory and dominance.
