Aureus - Tacitus CONSERVATOR AVG; Dioscuri
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tacitus (Marcus Claudius Tacitus) (275-276) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 275-276 |
| Value | Aureus (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291746 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
One of the Dioscuri, standing left, right hand on neck of horse, holding sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONSERVATOR AVG
Translation:
Conservatori Augusti.
Protector of the emperor.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus coin featuring Tacitus (CONSERVATOR AVG; Dioscuri) was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Tacitus was the Roman Emperor from 275 to 276 AD, and his reign was marked by political instability, military conflicts, and economic challenges. Despite these challenges, the coinage during his reign continued to be of high quality, with intricate designs and a high level of craftsmanship. The Aureus coin, in particular, was a symbol of the Roman Empire's wealth and power, and it remains a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.