Quinarius - Tacitus VICTORIA AVG; Victory
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| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tacitus (Marcus Claudius Tacitus) (275-276) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 275-276 |
| Value | Silver Quinarius (¼) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291738 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVG
Translation:
Victoria Augusti.
Victory of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quinarius coin featuring Tacitus and the VICTORIA AVG (Victory) inscription was minted during a time of significant political upheaval in the Roman Empire. Tacitus was appointed as emperor by the Roman Senate in 275 AD, following the death of the previous emperor, Odaenathus. However, Tacitus' reign was short-lived, as he died just a year later in 276 AD. Despite this, his coinage remains an important part of Roman numismatic history, offering a glimpse into the political and economic climate of the time.