Denarius - Tacitus PROVIDEN AVG; Providentia
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tacitus (Marcus Claudius Tacitus) (275-276) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 275-276 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291733 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding baton in right hand and sceptre in left hand; at her feet, globe.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVIDEN AVG
Translation:
Providentia Augusti.
Providence of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Tacitus coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Tacitus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 275 to 276 AD. The coin's obverse side features the image of Tacitus, while the reverse side depicts Providentia, the Roman goddess of foresight and providence. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea that Tacitus' rule was blessed by the gods and that he was a wise and just leader. However, it's worth noting that Tacitus' reign was actually marked by political instability and military challenges, including conflicts with Germanic tribes and internal power struggles within the Roman Empire. Despite these challenges, the Denarius - Tacitus coin remains a valuable piece of history for collectors and historians today.
