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Antoninianus - Tetricus II COMES AVG
| Issuer | Gallic Empire |
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| Year | 272-273 |
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| Thickness | 1 mm |
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| Obverse description | Youthful radiate and draped bust of Tetricus II as Caesar facing right, portrayed with the characteristic adolescent features appropriate to his junior rank. The radiate crown, composed of pointed rays, is rendered in the debased style typical of late Gallic Empire coinage. The legend encircles the bust in Latin capitals. |
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| Reverse description | Personification of Victory standing facing left, holding a wreath in her extended right hand and a tall palm frond resting over her left shoulder. The figure is depicted in flowing drapery in the standard Roman allegorical convention. The encircling legend reads COMES AVGG, identifying Victory as a companion of the Augusti, referencing the joint rule of Tetricus I and Tetricus II. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
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