Tacitus (AD 275–276) Roman Empire BI Aurelianianus NGC VF

Tacitus — A Brief Emperor Between Aurelian and Probus

This billon aurelianianus represents Tacitus, an elderly senator chosen emperor after the death of Aurelian.

Coin Details

• Ruler: Tacitus
• Date: AD 275–276
• Region: Roman Empire
• Denomination: Aurelianianus
• Metal: Billon (BI)
• NGC grade: VF — Very Fine
• Sheldon scale equivalent: 20–25
• Quantity supplied: One encapsulated coin

Tacitus and the Roman Empire

Tacitus came to power during the unsettled months following Aurelian’s assassination. Ancient accounts emphasize senatorial involvement in his elevation, although the precise path to the throne remains debated.

His short reign was occupied by campaigns against Gothic and Herulian raiders in Asia Minor. Tacitus died in AD 276 after only a few months, and Probus soon emerged as emperor.

What This Coin Tells Us

The aurelianianus was the reformed radiate denomination introduced under Aurelian. Its appearance reflects an imperial attempt to restore confidence in Roman coinage after decades of monetary instability.

A coin of Tacitus captures a narrow transition between two forceful military emperors and illustrates how rapidly authority could change during the late third century.

What You Will Receive

You will receive one billon aurelianianus of Tacitus in an NGC Ancients holder with the stated grade. A specific mint, reverse design, inscription, weight or diameter is not promised unless expressly stated above.

Stock-photo notice: The photographs are representative of the product offering. The coin supplied may differ from the pictured example in portrait style, reverse design, inscriptions, centering, toning, surface appearance and other individual characteristics while remaining within the stated coin type and any expressly stated grade.