Obverse © PL 135/2
Obverse © PL 135/2
Antoninianus - Tetricus I SPES PVBLICA
271 year| Billon | 2.39 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 | 2.39 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#36024 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Spes (the people's hope) walking to the left (only one leg visible) holding a flower in his right hand, his left hand lifting his robe behind him
Script: Latin
Lettering: SPES PVBLICA
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Tetricus I (SPES PVBLICA) was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire, specifically during the Gallic Empire (Roman splinter states) period. Despite the political instability, this coin remained a standard circulation coin, indicating the resilience and adaptability of the Roman currency system.
