Aureus - Tacitus ROMAE AETERNAE; Roma
| Gold | 4.5 g | 22 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 4.5 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291810 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, draped, seated left, holding Victory in right hand and sceptre in left hand; beside her, shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMAE AETERNAE
Translation:
Romae Aeternae.
Everlasting Rome.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Tacitus coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Tacitus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 275 to 276 AD. Tacitus was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's economy and military strength. The coin's design features an image of Tacitus on one side and the goddess Roma on the other, symbolizing the empire's power and prosperity. The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
