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                 Superb Silvered AE Antoninianus of TACITUS
                              Item #307403868
            Coins & Stamps:Coins: World:Ancient:Roman: Imperial
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     This piece was minted during the short reign of Tacitus, who
     ruled from 275-276 AD. Histories of the time painted Tacitus as
     an elderly senator who was chosen by his colleauges as emperor at
     the behest of the army, who wished to distance themselves from
     the murderers of Aurelian. However, recent scholarship indicates
     that he may have been another in a series of military men, who
     were predominant among those serving as emperor during this
     period. He is said to have died while on campaign in Cappadocia,
     the rigors of battle being too much for him. The obverse of this
     type depicts the radiate, draped, and cuirassed bust of Tacitus
     facing right, with legends IMP.C.M.CL.TACITVS.AVG. The reverse
     features Mars standing right, presenting globe to Tacitus, who
     stands left, with legends CONSERVATOR.MILITVM., and the letter P
     in the exergue. Coin grades a very choice EF, with sharp devices
     and legends all around, and nearly full silvering present. A very
     choice example of the scarcer coinage of Tacitus! All coins
     guaranteed genuine without limitations. Buyer pays
     postage/insurance, coin shipped on clearance of funds. PA
     residents please add appropriate sales tax. Visa/MC now accepted
     for purchases over $20. Member ANA, PAN. Thanks!

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