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Antoninianus - Tetricus I CONCORDIA AVG
271 year| Billon | 2.99 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Gallic Empire (Roman splinter states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tetricus I (270-274) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 271 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus (260-274) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 2.99 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#35999 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Concordia standing left, patera in right hand, cornucopia in left hand
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA AVG
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus coin featuring Tetricus I (CONCORDIA AVG) from the Gallic Empire is that it was part of a series of coins issued during Tetricus' reign that aimed to promote unity and stability within the empire. The coin's design, which includes the image of Tetricus and the goddess Concordia, reflects this goal, as Concordia was the Roman goddess of harmony and unity. This coin is a tangible representation of the efforts made by Tetricus to maintain peace and stability within the empire during a time of political and military turmoil.
