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Antoninianus - Tetricus II PIETAS AVGVSTOR
| Billon (.025 silver) | 2.35 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Gallic Empire (Roman splinter states) |
|---|---|
| Caesar | Tetricus II (273-274) |
| Emperor | Tetricus I (270-274) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 273-274 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus (260-274) |
| Composition | Billon (.025 silver) |
| Weight | 2.35 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#37695 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Pontifical instruments:
4 types: solid vase (P) or fluted vase (C)
right (R) or left (L) handle
Script: Latin
Lettering: PIETAS AVGVSTOR
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil and political instability in the Roman Empire. The Gallic Empire, which was a breakaway state from the Roman Empire, was established by the usurper Postumus in 260 AD and lasted until 274 AD. Tetricus II, who issued this coin, was one of the last rulers of the Gallic Empire before it was eventually reunited with the Roman Empire under the rule of Emperor Aurelian. Despite the political upheaval, the coinage issued during this period, such as the Antoninianus, continued to be minted with high-quality craftsmanship and attention to detail, as seen in the intricate designs and inscriptions on this coin.
