AD 270-274 Celtic Barbarous Radiate Imitation of Tetricus II AE Antoninianus

Barbarous radiates are imitations of the antoninianus, a type of coin issued during the Roman Empire, which are so named due to their crude style and prominent radiant crown worn by the emperor. They were typically minted in Britain, Gaul or Germany during the Crisis of the Third Century, when official Roman coinage was scarce. Their production, while not encouraged, was tolerated by the authorities, as it provided a useful source of small change in their regions. 
Obverse: Barbarous radiate bust facing right.
Obverse legend: […] ESV TETRDICVS V AVG
Reverse: Spes walking left holding out flower
Reverse legend: IVIT […] 
Edge: Smooth
Denomination: Antoninianus
Ruler: Tetricus II 
Year: Circa AD 270-274
Metal: Bronze
Weight: ± 3.05 g
Diameter: ± 16-17 mm
Authenticity: Unconditionally guaranteed!