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Antoninianus - Tetricus I SALVS AVG
| Billon | 1.7 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Gallic Empire (Roman splinter states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tetricus I (270-274) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 273-274 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus (260-274) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#433667 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, standing left, feeding snake rising from altar with right hand and holding rudder in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALVS AVGG
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus coin featuring Tetricus I is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The Gallic Empire, which was a breakaway state from the Roman Empire, issued this coin during Tetricus' reign from 273-274 AD. Despite the political instability of the time, the coin still bears the image of the Roman Emperor, Tetricus, indicating the ongoing influence of Roman culture and power. Additionally, the fact that it was made of Billon, a copper and silver alloy, suggests that the coin was intended for circulation and everyday use, highlighting the importance of trade and commerce during this period.
