Antoninianus - Tacitus VICTORIA GOTTHI; Victory
| 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#291808 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORIA GOTTHI
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Translation:
Victoria Gothica.
Victory over the Goths.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was introduced during the reign of Emperor Tacitus in 275-276 AD, and it was the first coin to feature the image of a Roman emperor wearing a beard. This was a significant departure from the traditional clean-shaven image of Roman emperors and signaled a shift towards a more barbarian style of leadership. The coin's design also featured the goddess Victory on the reverse side, emphasizing the empire's military prowess and the emperor's role as a victorious leader.
