R19330 Tetricus II

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Roman Empire

Ruler:	Gallic Empire: Tetricus II
Reigned:	Caesar 273-274 AD
Denomination:	AE Antonininus
Mint:	Cologne
Obverse:	Radiate draped bust right. "C. P. E. TETRICVS CAES."
Reverse:	Pontifical Implements. "PIETAS AVGVSTOR"
Reference:	RIC Vii 259
Weight:	2.8 gms
Diameter:	18.8 mm
TETRICUS II (C. Pius Esuvius Tetricus) Tetricus II was the son of Tetricus I and early in 273, was made his co-ruler, with the rank of Caesar. He fought with his father at the battle of Chalons-sur-Marne and after their defeat was pardoned and confirmed in his senatorial rank.