Aureus - Tacitus VIRTVS MILITVM
| 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#291814 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Tacitus, galloping right or left, holding spear.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS MILITVM
Translation:
Virtus Militum.
Courage of the army.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Tacitus (VIRTVS MILITVM) coin has an interesting fact that it was issued during the reign of Emperor Tacitus, who was known for his military campaigns and reforms. The coin's design features the emperor's portrait on one side and the goddess Victory holding a trophy on the other, symbolizing the military prowess of the Roman Empire during his rule.
