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Antoninianus - Tetricus I VIRTVS AVGG
274 year| Billon | 2.98 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Gallic Empire (Roman splinter states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tetricus I (270-274) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 274 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus (260-274) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 2.98 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#36039 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 67% |
Reverse
Helmeted soldier standing left, leaning on shield and spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS AVGG
Translation:
Virtus Augustorum
(The Power of the Emperors)
Edge
Plain
Comment
Struck during the joint ruling of Tetricus I and Tetricus II in 273-274 as indicated by the repetition of the letter "G" in reverse legend (AVGG). RCV places the strike in Cologne mint. RIC places the strike in a mint in the continuity of Victorinus coins strikes, Cologne then appears to be on the tracks again; but RIC reserves its opinion not having enough evidences to fully distinguish Cologne from an other Southern mint which might have struck the coin.Head of Tetricus I who was the last Gallic Emperor after he surrendered to Emperor Aurelian on the battlefield.
RIC lists an obverse variety with bust A type: Bust of Tetricus I, right, radiate, draped. While RCV mentions an obverse variety with bust F type: Bust of Tetricus I, right, radiate, cuirassed.
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 271 to 274 AD. Despite the political instability of the time, the coin still bears the image of the Roman Emperor, highlighting the ongoing influence of Roman culture and power. Additionally, the use of Billon, a copper and silver alloy, in the coin's minting process was a common practice during this period, as it was a more affordable alternative to pure silver or gold coins.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (274) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Antoninianus - Tetricus I (VIRTVS AVGG) (274) coin.
